15 ways to keep kids cool (while having fun!) this summer
What to do when your kids are melting faster than an abandoned popsicle? These activity ideas will help keep them cool.
How to teach your child to ride a bike
Riding a bike can be one of the most freeing activities. Here are some of the current best practices for how to raise a skilled, bike-loving rider.
Three kinds of prompts to inspire children to play
One way to encourage kids to play is to prompt rather than suggest. Often, the activities they find the most engaging are the ones they invent themselves.
How to use loose parts for self-directed play at home
I often find that my kids stay entertained longer when they engage in self-directed, open-ended play using loose parts from around our home.
These parent-tested tips will help kids play by themselves
Our readers shared these excellent tips to help young children spend more time playing independently, so parents can work or take time for self-care.
7 signs your child may be feeling anxious (and what you can do about it)
Plus eight simple strategies you can add to your toolbox to support children as they work through feelings of anxiety or stress.
Ask an expert: How to get kids more active at home?
According to early childhood education expert Dawne Clark, the key is to create an enriching home environment that invites physically active play.
Parents: you’re doing an amazing job (Elmo’s dad agrees!)
It’s natural to feel stressed right now—stress is a normal reaction to fear. These techniques will help you and your kids release that tension and anxiety.
Tips from a PE teacher dad to keep active during the pandemic
Here’s how I’m keeping my four-year-old daughter active during this unprecedented time.
A beginner’s guide to meditation for calming the mind and emotions
If you’re struggling to cope with stress or anxiety brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, you may find meditation can help calm your mind and emotions.
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