My Kid Signed Up For the Science Fair and Learned All About Procrastination
We knew that this child would not complete this science fair project on his own in a timely manner. Yet we waited and watched.
Kid Made Recipe: Brunch Bread Bake
Don't let the name fool you. Not only is this brunch bread bake easy to pull together, it makes a great meal any time of day!
Picture Books to Gift Graduates of All Ages
Dr. Seuss’ “Oh, The Places You’ll Go”, published in 1990, has been standard graduation reading for years. But there are plenty of others.
From Kindergarten to High School – How to Prevent the Summer Slide
No matter their ages, there are endless creative ways to keep your children’s minds sharp during the summer.
All of the Non-Tragic Reasons Those Hemingway Baby Shoes Were Never Worn
Literary lore says that Hemingway once won a bet by writing a story that contained only six words. But how tragic is it really?
Giving Girls More Hands-On Opportunities To Learn About STEM Can Help Close The Gender Gap
Although technology is entrenched in our kid’s daily lives, girls continue to lag behind boys in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math.
Horseback Riding Can Improve Children's Cognitive Ability
I knew horseback riding had health and therapeutic benefits, too, but I never suspected that it could expand her learning ability well beyond the sport.
Kid Made Recipe: Cheesecake Bites
Smooth and creamy no-bake cheesecake gets a salty/sweet kick from an unexpected pretzel crust! Top them any way you like - we went with assorted berries.
8 Middle-Grade Mystery Series for Your Kid Detective
Here are eight excellent modern mystery series that will appeal to your burgeoning detective.
Chips and hummus get a snappy springtime update in this tasty, healthy, and fun-to-make snack kids and grown ups alike will love!
The Best Lessons of Summer Aren't Found in a Workbook
There’s a whole lot of learning going on in the summer, more than math facts and vocabulary and spelling.
Kid Made Recipe: Chai Tea Muffins
April showers call for afternoon baking projects! Try these groovy chai tea muffins with your junior baker this weekend. Just make sure you get decaf tea!
How Household Contributions Teach Kids to Care for Others
Chores teach children something that is less measurable and yet is critical to success in life: how to care.
10 Books About Libraries to Regale Your Bookworm
The library is a magical place, full of worlds whose passport is a free library card and good imagination. These 10 books will make you want to pay a visit.
8 Books that Help Kids Understand the Dynamics of Blended Families
Each day, 1,300 new blended families are formed in the United States. These books can help children of all ages learn to cope with the changes.
Spring is here, and that means Peeps! If you’re entertaining this weekend, try out this decadent marshmallow treat, it’s like a giant Peeps s’more!
Kindergarten Is Going to Change Your Child Completely – and That's Okay
Now, for eight hours a day, your kindergartner will be surrounded by influences that aren’t his parents.
How Baby Signing Can Save Your Sanity and Strengthen Your Bond
It's a welcome exchange for screeching like a banshee.
Sight Words Are So 2016: New Study Finds the Real Key to Early Literacy
The best indicator of future success as a reader is actually a child’s ability to use invented spelling as they write.
What Mac and Cheese Can Teach Our Kids About Scientific Reasoning
As parents, we should be combating both chemophobia and poor logical reasoning. We should also teach healthy skepticism grounded in scientific methods.
Kid Made Recipe: Lettuce Wrap Tacos
Start with a base of meat or beans, then fill these tasty romaine taco wraps with all of your favorite fillings and taco night will never be the same!
The Future of Science Needs Our Daughters' Perspectives
There are surprising benefits to giving a girl an extra push into STEM – and it starts at home.
Why Self-Directed Learning is the Kind That Shines
Jimi Hendrix didn't spend hours shredding the guitar because his parents made him.
Sitting All Day Doesn't (and Shouldn't) Work for Young Scholars
Get up. Get moving. Get learning.