Back-to-school prep

20 secrets of kindergarten teachers

20 secrets of kindergarten teachers

We spoke to the country’s best kindergarten teachers to find out the most effective tactics and strategies they use to manage behaviour.

Kara Aaserud

What school supplies your kid needs for kindergarten

What school supplies your kid needs for kindergarten

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

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How to Tie Shoes: The Magic Method

How to Tie Shoes: The Magic Method

There are a couple different teach your kid how to tie her shoes. But the magic method is the absolute fastest way to tie your shoes.

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5 fun summer math games

5 fun summer math games

Avoid the summer slide with these games that are so fun, the kids won’t even realize they’re learning.

Bonnie Schiedel

How to Tie Shoes: The Circle Method

How to Tie Shoes: The Circle Method

There are a couple different ways to teach your kid how to tie her shoes. But the circle method is the simplest one. Here's how to do it.

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How to get rid of super lice

How to get rid of super lice

The new generation of super lice are much harder to kill. But there's hope! Here's how to get rid of those creepy critters.

Sydney Loney

Chore charts: 8 DIY ideas

Chore charts: 8 DIY ideas

Laura Grande

How parents feel on the first day of school in 10 GIFS

How parents feel on the first day of school in 10 GIFS

On the first day of school, parents have all the feels.

Alyssa Ashton

#ThisIsMyLife: First day of school

#ThisIsMyLife: First day of school

The first day of school is totally awesome! The 20th day of school is totally not!

Leah Rumack

10 Easy Back-to-School Hairstyles She'll Love

10 Easy Back-to-School Hairstyles She'll Love

Tame your little trendsetter's hair in less than five minutes with one of these fun hairstyles.

Jessica Spera

5 tips for buying second-hand kids' clothes

5 tips for buying second-hand kids' clothes

Gently used clothing is a budget-friendly way to add items to your growing kid’s wardrobe.

Cara Smusiak

How to have the best school year ever

How to have the best school year ever

Ready to have the best school year ever? Get our top tips for school success, from healthy breakfast ideas to staying organized and everything in between.

Marissa Stapley Ponikowski

The five Cs: The secret to mastering your to-do list

The five Cs: The secret to mastering your to-do list

Productivity consultant, Susan Pons, lists five simple (the five Cs) ways to check everything off your list without losing your marbles.

Nadine Silverthorne

How to organize your kid's school papers

How to organize your kid's school papers

Here are some ways to help figure out which report cards and drawings to hold on to, and how to keep them organized.

Nadine Silverthorne

Best school supplies for back-to-school

Best school supplies for back-to-school

From cool pencil cases to super cute notebooks, we've got you covered with the best back-to-school supplies.

Erin Finlayson

Full-day kindergarten: Tips for prepping your child

Full-day kindergarten: Tips for prepping your child

Is your child starting all-day kindergarten? Try these tips for a smooth transition.

Diana Ballon

8 spelling workbooks for kids

8 spelling workbooks for kids

Improve your little bee's spelling skills with one of these fun and educational workbooks.

Emily Rivas

How to teach your kid to tie shoes

How to teach your kid to tie shoes

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14 reading comprehension workbooks for kids

14 reading comprehension workbooks for kids

Help your little reader enhance her comprehension skills with these useful workbooks.

Emily Rivas

14 math workbooks for kids

14 math workbooks for kids

Looking to help your little ones boost their math skills at home? These math workbooks for kids can help.

Emily Rivas