Kid Made Recipe: Barbecue Chicken Tacos
Let us introduce you to these crispy, oven-baked barbecue chicken sensations! Taco night done right, with plenty of time left for homework help!
Most Anticipated Middle Grade Books for Fall/Winter 2017
This fall and winter, the new titles on the horizon are destined to leave their mark on your middle schooler.
Which Everyday Sounds May Put Your Kid's Hearing at Risk? [Infographic]
Consistent exposure to everyday noises can slowly damage our hearing. See the risk level of different common sounds in this handy infographic.
How to Get Your School to Teach Digital Manners and Skills
Digital citizenship and media literacy have to be taught and modeled by the adults in kids' lives- school included.
Food: The Great International Ambassador
While I love the diversity of their palates, what I love even more is how it has created a starting point for a growing global-awareness in our family.
Bram Stoker’s Back-to-School Shopping
I know in my heart I must help these teachers, yet this list is a behemoth. Nevertheless, I continue my quest.
Look, Mom! a Van Gogh!: Why Artistic Masterpieces Matter to Teens
Even the most jaded and surly teenagers can be inspired and moved by an up close encounter with artistic masterpieces.
Who’s the Boss? Ask the Baby, Says Study
According to new research, babies as young as 17 months can identify the dominant individuals in social situations.
The Importance of Emotional Intelligence and How to Cultivate it in Your Kid
Teaching kids to manage their emotions is an important step that can ensure their well-being in childhood and beyond.
Kid Made Recipe: Peachberry Pretzel Tart
I don’t know about you, but I am a big fan of the “pretzels in baked goods” trend. Here’s a sweet and salty pretzel treat kids can help whip up, that makes excellent use of late summer peaches! Ge...
There but for the Grace of the Teachers
There's anxiety so palpable in the air that it's clouding out the last rays of stubborn August sun. But our kids are in good hands.
Turn off the TV: Picture Books for Adventure-Loving Kids
Age-appropriate, non-branded, nonviolent titles for the preschool and kindergarten set that feed desire for excitement, power, and fantastic possibility.
3 Ways Your Kids Learned This Summer Even Without Workbooks
Just because they didn't sit and "study" every day doesn't mean they weren't learning. They were learning differently. Maybe even better.
8 Instructional Art Books for Your Aspiring Picasso
If your child loves to draw or paint, consider arming them with a supply of how-to books and take their early tinkering to a whole new level.
Kid Made Recipe: Cheddar Corn Fritters
These fritters are quick, delicious, and ready for all kinds of toppings. We like sour cream and avocado, but try salsa, chives, hot sauce, jalapeños, etc.!
70 Years of Books that Celebrate the Back-to-School Season
The first day of school has long been a common topic of children’s books. But through the years, there's still a lot of similar feelings.
Subscribe to Parent Co. on YouTube! Some teach math with flashcards, some with videos, but this group of teachers uses rap and hip hop to teach math and other subjects. -- Special thanks to Mu...
The First Day of School Tradition You Should Start This Year
The first day of school inevitably invokes a host of emotions to the surface, and not just for the kids. This tradition preserves them for generations.
How Researchers Can Tell Babies Understand Complex Concepts Like Gravity
How did we come to learn everything we now know about infants and their developing minds? Their eyes.
How to Get Back to School Like a Boss
Get down to business and get the kids ready to hit the books and slay the 2017/2018 school year. Let the back-to-school prep begin!
How to Use the Eclipse to Encourage an Interest in Astronomy
As the eclipse approaches, many kids will discover a new-found interest in astronomy. These tips and resources engage that curiosity for months to come.
Xennials And "New Kids on the Block" – a Look Back at the 90's Trend
Now that we’re “grownups,” pop culture’s finally figured it out that the Xennials are trending.
What is Embodied Cognition and How Can it Help Your Back-to-School Prep?
Physical movement activates brain cells; the more physical activities, the greater likelihood of readiness and receptivity to learn new things.
Why Numeracy Counts and What Parents Can Do to Foster It
Experts say one in five Americans lack the math skills needed for many modern jobs, including those that do not require a college degree.