MICHELLE OBAMA LAUNCHES FOOD COMPANY GIVING KIDS HEALTHIER FOOD OPTIONS By Sharelle Burt Michelle Obama is still on a mission to tackle child obesity and nutrition in this country. NBC News reports that the first lady is now the co-founder of PLEZi Nutrition, a company that will make and sell healthier food and drinks for kids. The products are designed to be…
30 Baby Names Inspired by Taylor Swift Songs Got a blank space for a baby name? We’ve got you covered with Taylor Swift references, from Betty to Cornelia and beyond. By Kara Nesvig Taylor Swift is one of our greatest living songwriters, and her catalog of hits is famous for its rich textures, vivid storytelling, and relatable lyrics. Yes, it’s full of…
35 Spring Break Activities and Ideas for Kids at Home Stuck at home during spring break? Make the most of the vacation with these fun indoor and outdoor activities for the entire family. By Nicole Harris Fact checked by Karen Cilli For most students, spring break is a much-needed respite from classes, homework, and daily routines. Don’t have a fun vacation scheduled? No…
6 Throwback Movies We’d Love to Revisit With Our Kids ‘Frozen’ and ‘Toy Story’ are getting new sequels, but they’re not the only old-school films worth revisiting. Here are six more that deserve an update. By Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal Fact checked by Karen Cilli There was mayhem in my house when I told my 8-year-old daughter that both Frozen AND Toy Story were each getting another…
How Will AI Like ChatGPT Change Education for Our Children? Kids and teens are flocking to AI technology like ChatGPT, but what does that mean when it comes to schoolwork? One thing is for sure: AI is here to stay. By Allison Slater Tate The article you are about to read was written by a human. Or was it? Could you…
Life Lessons From Disney Movies To Teach Our Kids Disney movies are chock full of wisdom—here’s what kids (and parents!) can learn from six of our favorites. By Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal My daughter is in the second grade and just turned 8-years-old—and quite often, my mind goes blank during what should be “teachable moments.” Sometimes, I simply can’t believe my daughter…
Why It’s Never Too Early to Teach Your Child Good Social Media Habits Like it or not, your tween is probably already obsessing over Instagram. Here’s how to talk with your child about social media before they make an account, plus tips from Instagram to keep them safe. By Nicole Harris Reviewed by Stacey Younge, LCSW If you thought you could coast when it comes to…
Perfect Attendance Awards Should Not Exist Achieving perfect attendance isn’t an equitable or desirable way to measure a child’s intelligence or educational experience. By Mia Carella Perfect attendance awards should not exist. There. I said it. Since I became the parent of a child with disabilities and medical issues, I have been critical of school reward systems in general. I don’t think report…
10 Delightful Lunar New Year Books for Kids Help your kids celebrate and learn about Lunar New Year with these colorful, captivating books. By Marsha Takeda-Morrison Whether you’re preparing for Lunar New Year, or looking for ways to teach your kids about this important holiday, a book is a great place to start. Lunar New Year is the most significant celebration among…
11 Cheap (Or Free) Winter Activities To Do With Kids Thrifty parents share some of their favorite budget-friendly ways to keep their kids engaged and entertained indoors and outside. By Mia Taylor Depending on where in the country your family lives, winter can be a challenging time for kids who are cooped up inside amid the chillier weather. Keeping them entertained…