10 Must-Have Products for Back-to-School
Smart school supplies for the start of the new school year.
Teens
Kids Fireworks Safety 101
Before you strike that match, consider the safety of your children — and yourself.
Crafts for Kids: Patriotic Paper Lanterns
A fun summer craft just in time for Fourth of July celebrations.
Tips for Getting Tweens and Teens to Talk
Tips for parents to keep in mind that, when practiced regularly, can build trust and open communication.
Staying Hydrated During Summer Sports and Activities
Preventing heat-related illness with hydration.
6 Common Childhood Rashes
How to identify and treat rashes.
On the Sidelines: Welcome to the Game
How to motivate your child to try a sport.
Helping Kids Deal With Disappointment
Age-by-age guidelines on helping kids deal with disappointment.
Setting Media Use Rules for Children
Four popular rules to establish to impact how much time your children spend on media entertainment.
Thinspiration Blogs
When social media meets eating disorders.
Types of Birthmarks and How to Identify Them
Find out about the different types of birthmarks and when you need to call a doctor.
How to Please Picky Eaters
Age-by-age tips on helping a picky eater expand his or her palate.
What to Do When Kids Want to Quit the Team
To push or let them walk away?
Spring Wellness Tips for Kids
Why you should use paper towels, how Tylenol is changing and why Americans are avoiding gluten.
The Gluten-Free Family
Is a gluten-free diet right for everyone, and how do you do it with a family?
5 Tips for a Safer Spring Break
Pay extra attention to their teen's social networking profiles before, during and after that spring break vacation.
Year-by-Year College-Planning Calendar
Use this grade-by-grade outline to get on track for college during middle school and high school.
Financial Aid: Apply Early
Plan ahead to get the jump on applying for financial aid for college.
How Much Does it Cost to Go to College?
Tips to use online price calculators to predict the cost to attend a specific university or college.
Set the Course for College Success
Examine college options and start planning early for student's best success.
Empowering Girls for the Prom
Girl Talk Foundation, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library and Off Broadway Shoes are teaming up to present the 11th annual Prom Project to help girls get prepped for the prom, free of charge.
Homeschooling Can Be Right for Some Children
Some children don't thrive in a traditional classroom setting, but instead learn better with more hands-on opportunities. Homeschooling can be a good option for these students if it's a fit for the family.
Charlotte National College Fair
Students can gather information, attend workshops and talk to representatives from more than 160 schools at the Charlotte National College Fair.
Teenage Depression or Typical Teen?
How to know when to see a doc.
