Kids

Preschool

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

5 ways to get your kid to play alone

5 ways to get your kid to play alone

It's impossible to play with your kid all day long. Here are five ways to encourage him to play alone.

Laura Grande

12 April Fool’s Day Pranks You Can Play On Your Kids

12 April Fool’s Day Pranks You Can Play On Your Kids

Why should kids have all the fun? Here are some great April Fool’s Day gags that will get the whole family laughing.

Helaine Becker

What to do if your three-year-old cries all the time

What to do if your three-year-old cries all the time

Louise Gleeson

Scared of needles? A parent’s guide to making vaccination shots less painful

Scared of needles? A parent’s guide to making vaccination shots less painful

Follow these simple dos and don’ts to make getting vaccinations more comfortable for your child.

Claire Gagne

19 frightfully fun kids' Halloween movies!

19 frightfully fun kids' Halloween movies!

Grab some treats and check out some of these popular family-friendly Halloween movies.

Laura Grande

4 ways to prepare your preschooler for reading

4 ways to prepare your preschooler for reading

Kate Winn

Is your child ready to stop naptime?

Is your child ready to stop naptime?

Your child may be ready to lose his snooze. But are you? Here's how to know when your kid is ready to stop nap time.

Stacy Irvine

10 old-school summer activities kids should try

10 old-school summer activities kids should try

Who needs technology? Here are some delightfully low-tech classic activities your kids should do at least once this summer.

Bonnie Schiedel

5 No-Mess Car Snacks

5 No-Mess Car Snacks

With these smart car snacks in your arsenal, the kids will be too busy munching to even utter an “Are we there yet?”

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Montessori vs. traditional preschool: How to choose

Montessori vs. traditional preschool: How to choose

What's the difference between Montessori and traditional preschool or daycare? Here's what you should know—and how to pick the best care for your kid.

Jaclyn Law

20 Fun Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids

20 Fun Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids

Show your little ones some love with these sweet Valentine's Day gifts for kids.

Simone Olivero

Why won't my preschooler get dressed in the morning?!

Why won't my preschooler get dressed in the morning?!

Does your child refuse to get dressed in the morning? There's a reason why your independent preschooler puts up such a fight.

Tenille Bonoguore

Could your kid have celiac disease?

Could your kid have celiac disease?

Celiac causes all sorts of seemingly random health issues, like diarrhea, irritability, anemia and dental problems. Here's what to do if you suspect it.

Kim Shiffman

How to help your preschooler develop their handwriting skills

How to help your preschooler develop their handwriting skills

Karen Robock

Again, again! Why your kid wants to do the same activity over and over

Again, again! Why your kid wants to do the same activity over and over

Read the same book five times in one sitting? It can actually be helping your kid. Here's how to approach repetition without losing your sanity.

Cathie Kryczka

Your kids NEED to play—here's why

Your kids NEED to play—here's why

Katie Dupuis

20 stylish but warm winter boots for kids

20 stylish but warm winter boots for kids

With grippy soles, faux fur and funky retro designs, your little ones will be snow angel ready in these stylish winter boots.

Simone Olivero

This simple hack makes kids way more likely to help around the house

This simple hack makes kids way more likely to help around the house

Living with kids, the house gets dirty so fast. Experts say this fun trick will encourage them to tackle their chores.

Yeshe Colliver

8 Ways to Get Kids on Board with Chores

8 Ways to Get Kids on Board with Chores

Do you do too much for your little ones? It’s time to flip the script and start teaching kids to be more independent.

Jackie Gillard

6 common medication mistakes parents make with kids

6 common medication mistakes parents make with kids

Before giving your kid that dose of antibiotics or cold medicine, make sure you read up on these common medicine mistakes.

Joelene Huber