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Education and supplies

That pencil looks kind of boring. You need to jazz it up! Get your kids in the mood for school by having them personalize their school supplies.

5 fun ways to personalize school supplies

Back to school

Crafts are a fantastic way to help your kids develop creativity and fine motor skills. Get the whole family together around these kid-friendly craft activities.

Family

Let us help navigate daily life with your growing family, with everything from kids’ craft and activity ideas to advice on discipline and birthday party inspiration.

Crafts

Backpack? Check. Cute bento box? Check. Indoor shoes? Check. Print out this school supplies list to make sure your kid is ready for September!

Printable school supplies checklist

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27 fun kids’ water bottles and lunch accessories

Just like your little one, the list of school supplies necessary for kindergarten is quite short.

What school supplies for kid needs for kindergarten

Redshirting kindergarten: New data on when to start school

4 things I wish I’d known about full-day kindergarten

Full-day kindergarten: Tips for prepping your child

9 best educational websites for kids (that are actually fun, too!)

From handling first crushes and anxiety to when you should start music lessons and talk about Santa, learn all about how to support your school-aged kids. 

Kids

Everything you need to know about kids and toddlers, including behaviour and development, sleep, potty training, preschool, and how to handle picky eaters.

School-age

Back-to-school shopping doesn't have to break the bank. These tips and tricks make picking up supplies for the new school year a total breeze!

10 clever ways to save on school supplies

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School

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A few kindergarten teachers revealed what you can do now to get your preschooler prepared for the classroom experience.

7 things kindergarten teachers want you to know

My love-hate relationship with full-day kindergarten

At age three, you can start teaching your kid how to properly hold a pencil. And don't worry, there are lots of fun ways to teach this fine motor skill.

How to teach your preschooler proper pencil grip

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Is your kid ready for kindergarten? 17 skills they need to have

How to get your kid ready for kindergarten: Your weekly to-do list

Preschoolers are constantly learning to interpret about the world around them. Learn how to support your kids' development in this important stage of life.

Preschool

Does your kid need to know how to write before she starts kindergarten? And what about MATH? Here is exactly what your preschooler needs to know.