Recent news reports have had a lot to say about screen time for kids. The interest is understandable. Because digital media has ramped up so quickly and become so ubiquitous, there are a lot of unr…
Instead of obsessing over the quantity of screen time, we should focus on improving the quality of it.
Parents’ policies on children’s technology use vary greatly; how to negotiate differences at play dates.
If you want to scold your teen or tween for their screen time on smartphones, tablets and computers, think twice: You may be setting their example.
Managing your child's screen time takes effort. Find out how to ensure quality screen time and set limits.
The Child Mind Institute is on a mission to make school mental health screenings as standard as eye exams.
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.
Reading is critical to your child’s success. Our surefire picks and expert tips will teach your kid to love books.
Safe Kids uncovers 4 misconceptions many parents have about preventing children from drowning and offers water safety tips.
Can you actually teach your kid to laugh often, be an optimist, and enjoy every day? Research says yes.
If you’re a first-generation police officer, there are some things you should know about what it’s like to be your kid
Too much at the worst possible age can have lifetime consequences.
Not all the time children spend in front of a digital device is misspent
Raising confident kids is a balancing act. Two childhood development experts reveal how to navigate it.
How much time does your child spend watching TV or movies, playing with a smartphone or computer, or enjoying video [...]
Teaching them to do laundry and how to open a bank account are important, but don’t forget to spend time together and have fun
She borrowed something from me. And then she lost it. Accidents happen. But it was the whole “It only cost ten bucks-you can get another one” attitude that I couldn’t let happen a moment longer. So, I gave her a job that required hard work and gave her the $10 she earned and then I …
Key points: setting regular schedules for media use, and stopping when it feels 'natural,' researchers say