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Whether it happens in sixth or seventh grade in your school district, the transition from elementary to middle school can be a nerve-wracking time for many kids. It doesn't help that older kids have probably been filling your little one's head with middle school scare tactics - warning of rampant "swirleys" in the bathroom or doctorate-level homework … [Read more...] about What your child needs to know about middle school

As a dad, you want to see your children do well in school so they can become doctors, lawyers or even astronauts one day (Mars is just waiting to be explored!). Becoming involved with your kids' schools can be a great way to boost their education while taking a more active role in their lives. In fact, researchers at the University of New Hampshire and New Editions … [Read more...] about Is your involvement helping or hurting your child’s education?

Ask any dad out there, and he'll tell you that despite how much he loves his kids, they can be downright annoying sometimes. Whether it's interrupting an after-hours work assignment you need to have done by 9 a.m. or repeating "Hey, Dad!" a hundred times until you're red in the face, children definitely know how to push a parent's buttons. But even … [Read more...] about Top 3 things you should never say to your child

There's no doubt that multimedia distractions are everywhere these days, and overexposure to Saturday morning cartoons, internet games and smartphone apps can negatively impact kids' social and intellectual growth.A study conducted by the Associated Press and AOL found that 40 percent of parents leave children unattended while playing video or computer games. Because of … [Read more...] about How can video games make your kids smarter?

There is perhaps no travel situation more feared than being stuck on a plane with a screaming, energetic child. Whether it's a quick domestic flight or a 12-hour trek from LA to Australia, misbehaving children can become a burden for yourself and everyone around you. Here are some travel tips to make flying with your kids a far more pleasant experience.1. Give them some … [Read more...] about Flying with kids: Top 3 tips for avoiding in-flight tantrums