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Backyard Party! 10 Ways to Have Fun with Your Kids

We’re halfway through summer break and you may be running out of ideas of things to do at home with

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Why Boys Don’t Read

As a young boy, Sanjay Mahboobani was a passionate reader. He traveled through time with Jack and Annie in the

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Seven Summer Family Fun Activities

After being cooped up all winter, it’s time to take advantage of the warmer weather by spending some quality summer

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This Cookie Cake Will Make Your July 4

Even a rainy Independence Day can’t take the fun out of this project, and if it’s a beautiful day and

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10 Parenting Tricks for a Less Messy Summer

Summer vacation is finally here! Use these genius ideas to make days at the beach and afternoons in the backyard less

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Tips for Families from the National Teacher of the Year

Every spring since 1952, a National Teacher of the Year is chosen from among the State Teachers of the Year

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Kid-Friendly Snacks for Your Family Road Trip

Road trips—whether you’re traveling cross-country or across town to grandma’s house—can be a lot of fun. There’s nothing as adorable

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How Can You Prevent Summer Learning Loss?

Summer break is often seen as an idyllic time for teachers, parents and students to take vacations, have fun, and

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Take The Stress Out of Standardized Tests

The very idea of a test throws some children into a panic. Other children seem to be able to go

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Spring into Healthy Habits

Cold and flu season may be finally coming to a close, but that does not mean kids are done transferring

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