http://www.sheknows.com/ Mon, 15 Oct 2012 01:59:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/971103/hosting-great-playdates Hosting your preschooler's playdate? A little planning and preparation can help make it a fun time for everyone! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/971103/hosting-great-playdates Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Vicki Clinebell Mon, 15 Oct 2012 01:17:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/971165/the-importance-of-play Want a smart, creative and healthy child? Playtime activities are vital to mental and physical development, so encourage more play for your kids! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/971165/the-importance-of-play Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Vicki Clinebell Fri, 31 Aug 2012 05:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/970149/movies-to-keep-your-kids-from-getting-bored-over-labor-day-weekend The heat's on for four long days, so why not chill in a cold movie theater? Your kids will love this last summer indulgence before school begins. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/970149/movies-to-keep-your-kids-from-getting-bored-over-labor-day-weekend Entertainment Movies & Reviews Shanee Edwards Wed, 04 Jul 2012 07:15:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/963000/how-to-pack-for-summer-camp With summer just around the corner, it’s almost time to start shipping your kids off to camp! But before they head off for swimming, hiking and tent-pitching, stock them with the right items for a happy, healthy camp experience. Whether it’s their first time away from home or they are camp pros, don’t let them leave for their adventure without reading these tips. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/963000/how-to-pack-for-summer-camp How-To Parenting How-to Caitlin Gilbert Sun, 01 Jul 2012 01:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/964086/juggling-act-how-to-balance-multiple-activities-with-multiple-kids More kids equals more chaos with extracurricular activities and sports. Learn how to limit and organize to manage everyone's time! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/964086/juggling-act-how-to-balance-multiple-activities-with-multiple-kids Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Mom Tips Vicki Clinebell Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/850569/the-fall-of-youth-sports About 70 percent of the 20 million kids who register each year for youth hockey, football, baseball, soccer and other competitive sports quit by age 13... and never play again. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/850569/the-fall-of-youth-sports Parenting Age by Age School Age Kids Mary Fetzer Thu, 27 Jan 2011 04:11:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/823251/kiddie-tech-4-educational-apps-and-games-for-kids Technology isn't just for adults and teens anymore. Each and every year, we see more and more technology rolled out to engage kids -- and not only with video games. Tech companies and startups are creating kid-friendly apps, social networking sites and interactive games that teach children everything from how to safely represent themselves online to intermediate math and science. There's no doubt that kid-friendly technology is a trend that will continue -- likely even into the classroom. Here are four educational apps and games for kids. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/823251/kiddie-tech-4-educational-apps-and-games-for-kids Living School & Education Lauren Fairbanks Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:35:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/822271/teaching-our-kids-the-art-of-creativity As parents we often put a tremendous emphasis on our kids doing well in school. A good education is important, but academic learning is just one type of intelligence. It’s important to remember that school is not an end in and of itself but a way to help children develop. There are many ways we can encourage learning that do not involve long division or physics. Promoting creativity is one way you can have a tremendous impact on your child’s development and well-being as well as bond with them in a fun and meaningful way. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/822271/teaching-our-kids-the-art-of-creativity Living School & Education Dr Ben Michaelis