Choosing Extracurricular Pursuits That Enrich Your Child’s Mind
Age-by-age guidance on finding extracurricular pursuits that round out your child’s education without ramping up stress.
Parenting
The Secret to Raising Self-Driven Kids
Read 7 tips for helping children take control of their lives.
The Busy Parent’s Birthday Guide
We did the research on go-to party venues so you don’t have to.
How a Service Dog Helped My Special Needs Child
I knew I needed help when I saw what could happen when taking my eyes off my special needs child for a split second.
Lessons Learned After Losing a Child to Cancer
Whether your child is critically ill or you know someone who is facing the loss of a child, read this important message.
Explore the Color Maze at the Greensboro Science Center
The exhibit features hands-on stations with optical illusions, shadow puppets, prisms, orbs and more.
Choose Your Summer Adventure
Kids need a chance to get creative and make their own outdoor summer fun.
Get to Know: Mandy Drakeford
Drakeford is the senior vice president of development at The Levine Museum of the New South.
3 Tips for Staying Close as Kids Hit Adolescence
Yes, you can keep the bond strong with your middle-schooler.
‘Savage’ Focus and a Little Bonding Besides
WCCB News Rising host Derek James and his son share their first Savage Race experience together.
Understanding Impulsive Behavior
Effective strategies to help address your child's impulsivity.
Overcome Summer Screen-Time Battles
5 ideas to make summer memories without the glow of a screen.
How Kids Can Make Neighborhood Friends
Discover ways to help kids connect with their community.
Volunteer Opportunities for Families in Charlotte
Volunteering as a family with one of Charlotte’s many nonprofits is a great way to get to know the city and its people.
Why Social Skills and Manners Classes Matter
3 top reasons to enroll your child in a social-skills class.
Parents Television Council Urges Netflix to Remove '13 Reasons Why'
Group issues warning to parents, schools about the popular series' graphic and mature content.
What is the Safest Sunscreen for Kids?
Guide rates the safety and efficacy of more than 1,000 sunscreens, moisturizers and lip balms that advertise sun protection.
Is Your Child Addicted to Fortnite?
Five things every parent should know.
My Child Swallowed a … !
How common is a "foreign body ingestion" and what should you do about it? Learn the facts.
School Strategies for Students with ADHD
Empower your child to be their own best advocate in the classroom.
Get to Know: Matt Chapman
A glimpse at the life of dad and spine surgeon Matt Chapman.
Technology Not Always Negative Influence on Kids
A lot can be learned on computers if you help guide your kids.
Swap Toddler Screen Time for Face-to-Face Time
Science and common sense confirm that a toddler is socially, physically and academically ahead if screens are left behind.
10 Questions to Ask When Choosing Child Care
For your child’s well-being and your own peace of mind, it pays to be picky about day care.
