DIY Valentines Cards for Kids

Want kids to learn well? Feed them well

What can we expect our kids to learn if they're hungry or eating diets full of sugar and empty of nutrients? Former White House Chef and food policymaker Sam Kass discusses the role schools can play in nourishing students' bodies in addition to their minds.

Be a Role Model: Find a Healthy Balance with Media and Technology

Young kids learn how to use technology by watching their parents, so model healthy habits early by balancing media time with real time. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

13 Tips for Monitoring Kids’ Social Media

How to Improve Attention Spans

If you're saying, "Focus!" more than usual, read on for creative and constructive ways to increase your kid's attention.

Valentines Day Ideas for Kids

If you're looking for the perfect Valentines Day Ideas for Kids then look no further than our Love Bug Fruit Cups that are easy to make.

Why Foil Business Cards Trending These Days?

“Flashy”, “unconventional”, “unique” — so many requests just downpour to the business card printing companies that even they find it…

Talk To Your Child About Report Cards: Ten Tips

Whether you are pleasantly surprised or very disappointed with the first report card, you’ll want to have a discussion about the results, both with your child and with the teacher. The report card postmortem is part of a larger support strategy that makes you an active participant in your child’s education. Make the most out …

15 Healthy, Kid-Friendly Snack Ideas [Infographic]

Just in time for the kids to head back to school, here is a guide with 15 fresh and healthy snack ideas to help your family plan ahead, snack smarter, and save money! For more inspiration check out our 15 Healthy, Kid-Friendly Lunch Ideas.

School Supplies — What's on Your List?

How much do you know about the school supplies in your kids' backpacks?

5 Learning Techniques Psychologists Say Kids Aren’t Getting

Recent research says kids aren't using the most effective learning techniques.

28 Easy After-School Snacks Your Kids Will Run Back Home to Eat

How to Get Your Kid to Talk about What Happened at School

Our kids' lives are not our lives. Once you recognize that fact, says <strong>Christine Carter</strong>, you can start the conversation.

3 Basic Ways to Love Your Kids' Teachers Well

"Tell your kids’ teachers that you are praying for them."

Can Gaming Help Kids Learn? [INFOGRAPHIC]

This infographic explores the use of gaming in classrooms, and how it can help boost students' engagement and motivation.

Mom Finds Ingenious Way To Get Kids To Do Chores

If this doesn't motivate her children to clean the kitchen, nothing will.

IF kids code, THEN...what?

The new focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) includes efforts to get kids involved in computer programming. Coding builds logical thinking and problem-solving skills. It's also creative and collaborative! Find out how you can introduce your child to the basic concepts of programming.

Eureka! 5 Easy Ways to Grow Kids' STEM Skills at Home

Looking for fun STEM activities to try at home with your kids to get them excited about science, technology, engineering, and math? These ones make number-crunching and experimenting easy rather than intimidating!

Making a Changemaker: Five Ways to Help Kids Find Their Cause

Easy Toilet Paper Roll Crafts Kids Will Love To Make

Here five easy toilet paper roll crafts kids will love to make and play with as homemade toys. Fun, creative, and imaginative project for kids.