A child receiving failing grades can be a sign that parents need to provide more support by fostering a positive, supportive, ...

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Young kids are concrete thinkers, sothey don't yet grasp abstract ideas like algorithms. They often believe content is made just for them and are easily influenced by what they see. Bright, fast-paced ...

I’m somewhat confused by their relationship because if they’re just friends, I don’t understand why he always has problems ...

You've been counting down the days until your bundle of joy is here — and, in all likelihood, so have all your family and close friends, who are also eager to meet the new baby. Problem is, this is ...

Overly talkative kids can seem overwhelming or annoying to peers. How can you help your child learn to communicate well?

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Pressure is mounting for tighter rules over the sale of magnetic toys including balls and beads which are increasingly putting in peril youngsters who swallow them.

Children are always asking "Why?" As they experience things for the first time, it's natural to want to find out more. But as children grow into adults, they often dismiss something new that ...

Start off by talking to your dad about his decision. Ask him about his thinking, in a nonjudgmental way, and talk with him through his plans for care. Has he had conversations with your siblings ...

Dear Eric: Like “Grieving the Future”, I am facing an old age without grandchildren, as both of my sons have decided to not have kids. Not only have I fostered relationships with my neighbors ...