http://www.sheknows.com/ Thu, 30 Aug 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/816770/Your-5-year-old-Development-behavior-and-parenting-tips Understanding normal 5-year-old development and behavior will help you know the best way to parent your child. As parents, we know that a child's birthday comes with plenty of hoopla. With each turn of the calendar there's a new guest list, a new theme and a new 'must have' toy. When they're young, another birthday also means a number of significant accomplishments. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/816770/Your-5-year-old-Development-behavior-and-parenting-tips Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Tiernan McKay Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/959645/emotional-changes-in-five-year-olds If I’ve come to understand anything about parenting, it’s that just when you think you have figured out how your kids work, they will quickly change and you have to re-learn everything that you thought you knew. In recent weeks, I’ve realized I have a few things to learn about my 5-year-old. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/959645/emotional-changes-in-five-year-olds Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Nichole Beaudry Mon, 26 Sep 2011 06:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817656/Your-accident-prone-child When your child seems to get a lot of bumps and bruises -- more than what you think is typical -- your first instinct may be to shrug it off. He or she must just be a little clumsy or accident-prone, right? But what does that really mean? And should you really dismiss it so easily? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817656/Your-accident-prone-child Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Jen Klein Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835725/5-math-games-for-kids If you want to give your little ones a jump start on math, try these five games and activities. You’ll be surprised how a few simple games will help you teach your little ones the fundamentals of math. They may think they're playing a board game, but they’re actually beefing up their skills in numeral identification, counting, number-line estimation and numerical magnitude comparison. Let the brain-building begin! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835725/5-math-games-for-kids Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Children's School & Education Elaina Verhoff Wed, 21 Sep 2011 06:19:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/828089/4-ways-go-get-the-kids-to-school-on-time For most families, the most hectic time of day is when the alarm clock goes off. Getting the kids out of bed, dressed, fed and ready for school can be a daily battle. Here are a few tips to help make mornings easier on everybody. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/828089/4-ways-go-get-the-kids-to-school-on-time Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Children's School & Education Julie Ruditzky Loffredi Mon, 19 Sep 2011 07:47:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/816393/10-quick-sleepy-time-tricks-for-kids-1 You’re completely and utterly exhausted, but what’s a sleep-deprived mom to do when your little one simply won’t go to bed? Finding the right bedtime routine can be an exasperating game of trial and error. Learn some quick tips and tricks to help both you and your child achieve a good night’s sleep. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/816393/10-quick-sleepy-time-tricks-for-kids-1 Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Kristin Chessman Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/823129/how-to-explain-to-your-kids-why-parents-fight When kids witness their parents butting heads or engaging in a yelling match, they may be confused, scared or even worried that the family is headed for divorce. From explaining the difference between having a disagreement and an argument, to letting them know that it doesn't mean you don't love each other, here's how to explain to your kids why parents fight. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/823129/how-to-explain-to-your-kids-why-parents-fight Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Michelle Maffei Wed, 14 Sep 2011 05:59:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/822921/is-3-d-okay-for-your-kids Advances in technology are bringing 3-D into movie theaters, the home and even your kid's hand-held video game. But the technology is flawed. Experts say that one in four viewers experience motion sickness or other ill effects. And Nintendo has even said that their new 3-D hand-held video game system isn't okay for kids under age six. That said, is 3-D okay for anyone? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/822921/is-3-d-okay-for-your-kids Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Sarah W. Caron Mon, 12 Sep 2011 14:10:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/841269/spongebob-square-pants-who-has-add-under-the-sea SpongeBob Square Pants provides your children with more than just crazy characters and a catchy theme song. According to a new study, it may also cause short-term learning and attention problems in your children -- right in your very own living room. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/841269/spongebob-square-pants-who-has-add-under-the-sea Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Laura Willard Sun, 11 Sep 2011 07:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817679/Is-your-child-over-scheduled As a parent, it seems there are a million opportunities to sign your child up for some sort of activity. Whether it's sports, clubs, enrichment courses or lifestyle classes , there's never a shortage of extra-curriculars. While these activities help our kids become well-rounded, they can also create unmanageable schedules. What's the right balance between enriching your child and over-stressing him? Read on for more tips to determine the best way to keep your child interested but not over-scheduled. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/817679/Is-your-child-over-scheduled Parenting Age by Age Tiernan McKay Sun, 11 Sep 2011 07:07:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/809795/keeping-your-babysitter-happy If you've found a good sitter that your kids like and who is dependable, you've got a good thing going. Sometimes finding the good sitter is the easy thing - it's keeping the sitter that can be a challenge. Especially when you are hoping to build a long-term relationship, a healthy base relationship is essential. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/809795/keeping-your-babysitter-happy Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Babysitters and Childcare Jen Klein Wed, 31 Aug 2011 06:15:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838403/kids-help-with-the-cooking-sure Sometimes our lives get so busy that feeding our family can feel like a chore. After a long day, toiling in the kitchen seems like…not a treat. But you have to eat and so do your kids, so you do it. Wouldn’t it be nice if your kids could help you in the kitchen? A little bonding time could make that toil seem less like toil and more like fun. And you’ll be teaching your kids some terrific life skills. One day, you’ll even be able to call ahead and dinner will be waiting for you when you get home, thanks to your kitchen-confident kids! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838403/kids-help-with-the-cooking-sure Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Jen Klein Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:43:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835273/family-activities-your-toddler-will-love Part of being a family is doing things together… and when those things are fun for everyone, it’s even better. These family activities are perfect for everyone, including the toddlers. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/835273/family-activities-your-toddler-will-love Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Sarah W. Caron Tue, 23 Aug 2011 07:45:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838581/helping-the-introverted-child-make-friends Being introverted can make it hard to develop friendships -- especially for children. But parents can help. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838581/helping-the-introverted-child-make-friends Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Sarah W. Caron Mon, 22 Aug 2011 10:18:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838877/family-dinners-that-the-kids-can-make Get your kids involved in the family dinner rotation with these easy meals that kids can make with little or no help! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838877/family-dinners-that-the-kids-can-make Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Sarah W. Caron Fri, 12 Aug 2011 07:13:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/837495/bring-back-the-jungle-gyms A new study says that the move toward safer play equipment for kids could be stunting their emotional growth. What do parents think? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/837495/bring-back-the-jungle-gyms Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Sarah W. Caron Thu, 04 Aug 2011 17:05:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/6257/mustdo-rules-for-back-to-school Some parents wait to the last minute to get everything in order for the new school year, but it doesn't have to be that way! Here are a few tips to quash back-to-school stress -- before it gets the best of you. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/6257/mustdo-rules-for-back-to-school Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Children's School & Education Jodie Lynn Tue, 02 Aug 2011 05:55:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834503/online-arcade-games-for-kids Summer screen time doesn't have to mean buying the latest game console or heading to the arcade and spending a lot of money. From the comfort of your computer, you and your youngsters can find safe, free online games for kids that won't cost you a dime. From classic arcade games to games featuring your child's favorite characters, check out these 12 sources for online arcade games for kids. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834503/online-arcade-games-for-kids Parenting Age by Age Michelle Maffei Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/816496/getting-ready-for-back-to-school-practically-1 You've got the school supplies, you've been carefully talking up the start of school and acknowledging the mixed emotions that come with transitions, so you're all set for school, right? Close...but not quite. There are a few more things you need to do to be ready for the start of school. To make the transition really smooth, you probably need to adjust some things in your daily schedule, too. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/816496/getting-ready-for-back-to-school-practically-1 Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Jen Klein Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:16:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/814770/making-your-kid-s-first-movie-theater-experience-better-1 Movie theaters can be intimidating for kids. It's loud, the screen is huge, it's dark and they must stay seated for a period of time. Is your child ready? Here's how to make your child's first movie theater experience an enjoyable one. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/814770/making-your-kid-s-first-movie-theater-experience-better-1 Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Sarah W. Caron Tue, 19 Jul 2011 10:20:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/829977/no-life-is-not-fair The other day, I overheard my five-year-old son tell my seven-year-old daughter that, “Life is not fair.” While the heated conversation was fueled by a toy-related dispute, I was nonetheless proud of his ability to retain this very important message. No, life is not fair. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/829977/no-life-is-not-fair Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Tiernan McKay