2009 Terrific Teen: Megan Thomas
Megan Thomas is dedicated to serving others and making a difference in the world around her.
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2009 Terrific Teen: Karina Anderson
Read about Harding University High School student and terrific tee Karina Anderson, who serves her community and still maintains top grades.
2009 Terrific Teen: Lane Baker
Read a story about a terrific teen Lane Baker receiving the National Silver Medal at The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards as a merit of his wonderful historical fiction story.
2009 Terrific Teen: TJ Tkacik
It takes a lot of hard work to be No. 1 and TJ Tkacik knows about work.
Children and Funerals
Giving kids choices for how to say goodbye.
Your Tween's First Crush
A few tell-tales signs that your child might have started pursuing the opposite sex.
The Oppositional Child
When should you get concerned about a child's defiance?
Countering Bad Influences
"My son was always a strong student and now he's bringing home Ds," says a frustrated mom of a seventh-grade student.
Taming Toddler Tantrums
What's the best way to calm a toddler tantrum? You may be surprised by this advice.
Speak to Baby Using Sign Language
What could be better than a young child not having developed language skills, yet being able to communicate with his or her parents? Today, many children can do just that because their parents are teaching them sign language.
The Challenge of Challenge Teams
More children are specializing in sports as early as age 5, moving onto challenge and all-star teams that require increasing amounts of time and money. Critics say intense play may lead to injury and more.
Building A Child's Self-Esteem Takes A Balanced Approach
Self-esteem changes as children develop. Learn how to recognize healthy vs. low self-esteem, and how to help your child develop more.
Journey to Independence
A look at guiding your child with special needs to adulthood.
0 - 5: Tub Talk
Help kids splish and splash their way to learning new words.
Homesick Camper Blues
A little homesickness is good for kids! Find out why and what to do to help make camp vacations easier for all.
Why Kids Bite and How to Help Them Stop
Our child behavior expert weighs in on what to do with a child that bites, and what to do if your child gets biten.
Middle-Child Syndrome
One of the biggest keys to understanding middle child syndrome is recognizing it isn't one size fits all. Some middle children may feel angry they didn't get enough attention at home and act out negatively, while others may put the lessons they've learned to good use by becoming an artist or performer ... or maybe even President.
Lights, Camera … Actions to Take Before Going to the Movies
Beyond the ratings. Not all movies are created with kids in mind, so find out how to determine what movies are appropriate for your family.
5 Tips for Parenting a Middle Child
Kevin Leman, author of "The New Birth Order Book," says parents should treat their children like life is going to treat them: differently. He advises parents help their middle child overcome some unique challenges by incorporating these few tips into their daily parenting.
Actions Teach Better Than Words
Learn how to discipline effectively by meaning what you say.
Building Baby's Brain
In the first years of life, the brain is busy building its wiring system. Try these fun exercises to help boost your baby's brainpower throughout the first year of development.
The Left-Handed Child
Tips, facts and trivia about lefties.
Quiz for Parents: How Good Are Your Communication Skills?
Want to know how to talk to your teen? Start conversations that go beyond one word answers.
1,000 Things To Do Before Kindergarten
OK.! Only 5 things to do before Kindergarten from our Rookie Dad. He shares an astonishing lists of tasks he must accomplish before his son enters kindergarten.
