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How to Help Your Child Succeed at School

In the high-pressure, high-stakes game of school, it can be difficult to know which parenting strategies really promote learning. A successful...

Doctors should prescribe playtime for young children, the American Academy of Pediatrics says. But some worry that our current culture...

Plant A TreeThe first activity we recommend is the simple action of planting a tree, this can help teach your kid how things grow and...

Study after study after study agrees that spending time in nature makes us happier, less stressed, physically healthier, and even slows...

How can you get your kids motivated to not only do some schoolwork and chores, but just simply brush their teeth before noon? A helpful...

1. Involve your children in setting the schedule. No one, adult or child, likes to feel they have no control over their time. So discuss...

1. Do teach social skills.A 20-year study by researchers at Pennsylvania State and Duke University shows a positive correlation between...

To help children thrive emotionally and socially, aim to praise them for their good behavior five times a day, a new study suggests....

There’s plenty of evidence that suggests that children who are more physically active do better in school. But what’s contributing to...

While no one likes a bedtime battle, a new study shows that a good night’s sleep can translate to improved academic performance. Researchers...

Does 2 seem too young for chores? Actually, it’s the perfect time to start. When toddlers complete simple tasks, they feel capable and...

Aside from genetics, what influences your child's IQ? Clearly, good nutrition, protection from toxins, and plenty of playtime and exercise...