age 6

  1. Family Activities

    Tips for taking kids to the movie theater

    By Sarah W. Caron on Jul 20, 2011
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    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...
  2. Mom & Dad

    No, life is not fair

    By Tiernan McKay on Jul 19, 2011
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    The other day, I overheard my five-year-old son tell my seven-year-old daughter that, “Life is not fair.” While the heated...
  3. Child Development & Health

    Mom, where do babies come from?

    By Jenny Isenman on Jul 18, 2011
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    There’s a part of me that thought the day I would have to cross this conversational bridge was years down the road, like thinking...
  4. Parenting

    Travel kits for kids: 15 ideas

    By SheKnows Parenting Editors on Jul 17, 2011
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    Most kids love going on vacation, but long car rides can be a bore. Here are some tips on assembling fun and inexpensive travel kits...
  5. School Age Kids

    How to help your soon-to-be first grader read this summer

    By Sarah W. Caron on Jul 15, 2011
    Your soon-to-be first grader was just learning to read when school ended. Don’t let that knowledge slip! Here’s how to give your...
  6. Child Development & Health

    Aromatherapy for kids

    By Tiernan McKay on Jul 14, 2011
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    If you are dedicated to green living, you've probably heard of essential oils, but have you tapped into their potential? Essential...
  7. Toys and Play

    Top travel toys for kids

    By Kim Grundy on Jul 12, 2011
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    Travel toys are a must when traveling with kids. Whether you are traveling by car, airplane, train or boat, check out our pick of...
  8. School Age Kids

    How much independence should an elementary school child have?

    By Jen Klein on Jun 30, 2011
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    The path to adulthood and independence starts the moment your child is born. Yes, it does. While you wouldn’t dream of give...
  9. Family Activities

    8 Backyard games to keep kids entertained

    By Suzi Milovanovic on Jun 30, 2011
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    This season, your backyard may be an alternative to theme parks and mega-resorts, or as the place to decompress after one of these...
  10. Crafts

    4 Summer crafts and activities kids will love

    By Abbi Perets on Jun 29, 2011
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    Back in March, when camp prices seemed exorbitant, you declared your independence. "I'm staying home with the kids," you said....
  11. Parenting Advice & Columns

    8 Ways to make cleaning fun for your kids

    By Abbi Perets on Jun 29, 2011
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    Who couldn't use a hand with all the cleaning that needs to be done around the house? And why do we have children, if not to make...
  12. Age by Age

    10 Simple ways to bond with kids

    By Kim Grundy on Jun 27, 2011
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    Between work, school and extracurricular activities, you may feel disconnected from your family and kids. If you feel like you are...
  13. Child Development & Health

    Why teach responsibility?

    By Tiernan McKay on Jun 27, 2011
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    As a parent, aren’t you amazed by the fact that kids are able to easily absorb some lessons while others take a little…prodding?...
  14. Child Development & Health

    Daredevil kid? How to keep your adrenaline-seeking child safe

    By Jen Klein on Jun 23, 2011
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    You’ve got one of those kids who just loves adrenaline and to push his or herself beyond the comfort zone. Most of the time...
  15. Family Activities

    Fun letter learning games

    By Kori Ellis on Jun 20, 2011
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    Before your child learns to read, they need to know all their letters. Help your wee one learn their alphabet (and have some fun...
  16. Parenting Advice & Columns

    "I'm not here to be your friend."

    By Tiernan McKay on Jun 17, 2011
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    Growing up, I cannot tell you how many times I heard, "I'm not here to be your friend, I'm here to be your father!" Anytime I...
  17. Family Activities

    9 Experiences your family should have this summer

    By Sarah W. Caron on Jun 15, 2011
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    From watching fireworks to jumping in puddles, these easy (and mostly free!) summer activities are sure to make lasting good...
  18. Children's School & Education

    Are homeschooled kids really lacking in socialization?

    By Naomi de la Torre on Jun 15, 2011
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    With the growing numbers of homeschooled kids getting into Ivy League universities, most people would now agree that homeschooling...
  19. Age by Age

    Does this growing up business have to go so fast?

    By Geralyn Broder Murray on Jun 15, 2011
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    Listen to Your Mothers is a space to come together with the ones who understand the maternal struggle and joy best -- in the hopes...
  20. Babysitters and Childcare

    Top 5 Interview questions to ask a potential nanny

    By Laura Willard on Jun 14, 2011
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    Once you’ve decided that a nanny is right for your family and you have potential candidates, it’s time to get down to the business...
  21. Child Development & Health

    Using peer pressure to your parenting advantage

    By Jen Klein on Jun 13, 2011
    You likely remember your parents warning you about the dangers of peer pressure. “If your friend jumped off a cliff, would you do...