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Back-to-school decor tips from HGTV's Rebecca Woolf

Summer is over, and all around the country kids are adjusting to a new school year. (Cue the violins.) Now is the perfect time to...

School Age Kids

Cool lunch box ideas

Now that school is back in session, packing lunch becomes a daily routine for many moms. This school year, make your child's lunch...

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Autism and back to school: Another brick in the wall

As the parent of an atypical son, few things are more stressful than the first day of school. There’s the yelling… the screaming…...

Fashion for Moms

Playdate fashion: Not just for the kids!

Whether you are going to mommy and me or having a playdate with other moms, style still counts. Go beyond the basic jeans and a...

School Tips for Moms

Helping encourage technology in the classroom

We all know it’s essential that our kids are tech-savvy. They’re growing up in a world that’s ruled by technology, and that becomes...

School Tips for Moms

Back-to-school technology every kid needs

It’s back-to-school time again, and that means it’s time for you to hit the stores. You may be surprised when you see the supply...

School Tips for Moms

Techy mom: How learning today’s tech can help your kids in class

Technology permeates every aspect of our lives. Until recently, being computer savvy was enough to help your kids in class. Now,...

School Tips for Moms

Most creative uses of technology in schools

These days, technology is used in every realm of nearly every industry. To best prepare students for the ever-changing technology...

School Tips for Moms

Ways to save on back to school technology

According to the National Retail Federation, when it comes to back-to-school spending, parents of children in grades K-12 will spend...

School Tips for Moms

Social media and school: What you need to know

The use of social media in schools has been a buzz-worthy topic. Parents, educators and students fall on both sides of the divide....

School Tips for Moms

Helping your child transition to college

Heading off to college is a huge shift for both you and your child. It’s the first time your kid will be entirely responsible for...

School Tips for Moms

Today's tech: How kids communicate in and out of school

Forget about face-to-face conversations. Phone calls and emails are even a thing of the past. Today’s kids are using technology to...

School Tips for Moms

Keeping connected with your college student

Your college student is packing up and ready to head out into the world, but that doesn’t mean you won’t be in touch. We have a ton...

Children's School & Education

Tips for going back to school gluten-free

Knowing how to prepare for going back to school gluten-free can ease the stress for all concerned and make for a more enjoyable...

Children's Health

Help your kids have their healthiest school year yet

There’s enough stress and rushing around involved with back to school that keeping kids active and healthy often takes a back seat...

Clothes for kids

Green back-to-school shopping tips

Go green just in time for back to school. Shop for green school supplies and clothes with your children and use it as an opportunity...

Children's School & Education

Creating a homework nook

Now that school is in full swing, the homework is coming regularly and en masse. As your kids get into the grind, here's how to...

Children's School & Education

Backpacks for every age

Whether your children are just starting preschool or heading off to college, you can find the perfect backpacks suited to their...

Children's School & Education

Making the first day of school special

Whether your child is starting kindergarten or college, it's an exciting time for the whole family. Make her first day of school...

Family Fun

Top iPhone apps: Apps for back-to-school time

Kick the school year off right with these iPhone apps including photo apps, learning apps and health apps just for kids and their...

Crafts

Back-to-school crafts for kids

These fun crafts for kids are practical items for back-to-school time and some even make great teacher gifts. Personalize your...