Kids

School-age

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.

Help Your Neurodiverse Child Have a Great Day at School

Help Your Neurodiverse Child Have a Great Day at School

School might feel different for your neurodiverse kid. Here’s how to support them so they feel confident.

Courtney Leiva

The Anatomy of a Great School Day

The Anatomy of a Great School Day

Our exhaustive guide will help you make every school day run as smoothly possible.

How to Deal with School Anxiety

How to Deal with School Anxiety

Is your kid afraid to go to school? Whether they're in preschool or high school, here's how to help.

Stefanie Peachey

Why I Pulled My Kid Out Of Montessori School

Why I Pulled My Kid Out Of Montessori School

The execution of Maria Montessori’s ideas can vary greatly by school and teacher. And even at the most accredited schools, the methods simply aren’t for everyone

Amberly McAteer

Report Card Anxiety: 5 Tips to Help Students Improve Their Grades

Report Card Anxiety: 5 Tips to Help Students Improve Their Grades

Set your child up for student success with these tips to improve grades and academic confidence.

John Bianchette

Birthday Party Themes that are Budget-Friendly

Birthday Party Themes that are Budget-Friendly

How to host an unforgettable birthday bash that boasts a fun theme and doesn’t break the bank.

Jenn Cox

This Teaching Trick Gets Kids Excited About Learning

This Teaching Trick Gets Kids Excited About Learning

Turn helping your kids with their homework into a fun activity for both of you with this teaching trick.

Julie Diamond

6 Auditory Learning Tricks That Actually Work

6 Auditory Learning Tricks That Actually Work

Experts share auditory learning tricks designed to help kids retain what they learn and improve their studying.

Courtney Leiva

What is Auditory Learning? A Comprehensive Guide

What is Auditory Learning? A Comprehensive Guide

If your child possesses a good memory for song lyrics and enjoys podcasts or audiobooks, they likely exhibit characteristics of an auditory learner.

Courtney Leiva

6 Ways to Make Math Fun as a Family

6 Ways to Make Math Fun as a Family

Practical ideas to help turn your home into a fun space to explore numbers with your child.

Julie Diamond

How to Set Up Your Kids for Educational Success in 2024

How to Set Up Your Kids for Educational Success in 2024

Effective strategies to help students smoothly navigate the transition from leisurely holiday breaks to a structured classroom routine.

Becky Ward

Five Ways to Help Children with Challenging Behaviours

Five Ways to Help Children with Challenging Behaviours

Pediatric OT shares the underlying reasons behind children's behaviour and how to offer more effective support.

Dave Jereb

I Tried Bento Box Lunches for My Kids. It Didn’t Go as I Planned.

I Tried Bento Box Lunches for My Kids. It Didn’t Go as I Planned.

Why one mom is letting go of the pressure and embracing what works for our family.

Lindsay Karp

3 Questions to Ask at a Parent-Teacher Conference

3 Questions to Ask at a Parent-Teacher Conference

Questions to ask at a parent-teacher conference and how to make the most of the time you get with your child's teacher.

Kristen Miller

Does It Matter What Your Child Reads? You Might Be Surprised

Does It Matter What Your Child Reads? You Might Be Surprised

How to embrace different forms of reading to instill a love of books in your child.

Dr. Victoria Waller

7 Best Kids Wagons 2024

7 Best Kids Wagons 2024

We tried, tested and rated all the best kids wagon options. We loved models of varying designs, sizes, weights and price points.

Elizabeth Kadar

5 Tips for Parents to Help Their Child Prep for Exams

5 Tips for Parents to Help Their Child Prep for Exams

How parents can strive to create a supportive environment, encouraging both preparedness and emotional well-being.

John Bianchette

How to Prevent Bullying - A Parent's Guide

How to Prevent Bullying - A Parent's Guide

What you can do as a parent to identify the signs of bullying and support your kids

Becky Ward

The Power of Questions for Persuasive Parenting

The Power of Questions for Persuasive Parenting

three main reasons why questions are so key for the persuasion process as parents.

Michael McQueen

How to Help Your Child Overcome Their Fear of Math

How to Help Your Child Overcome Their Fear of Math

Five tips to reduce anxiety and set children up for a lifelong appreciation of math.

John Bianchette