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Should You Let Your Kid Quit?

Randi Mazzella,

When my son was in a tween, he asked if he could take golf lessons. I signed him up for introductory lessons with a golf pro. He enjoyed it so much I sent to a summer golf camp for a…

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Experts at College Transitions release their first book, "The Enlightened College Applicant," Sept. 1.

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Craft an easy and unique dry erase board in seconds.

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Stay on track with personalized bulletin boards that are super simple to DIY!

Animal Antics: 3 Books Starring Quirky Creatures

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Animals abound in these books starring a hamster, a horse and an imaginary feline.

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Organization is the name of the game when it comes to back-to-school crafting. Here are two fun crafts ideas.

Tips for Connected Caregivers

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Consider these tips when talking to your caregiver about how and when it's OK to use a smartphone.

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5 Things to Know About High School

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Learning to the Beat at Hip-Hop University

Liz Rothaus Bertrand,

Hip-Hop University helps students boost skills and overcome challenges.

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SAT Subject Tests: A Primer

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Is Pokémon GO a Go in Your Neighborhood?

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Pokémon GO is a hit with tweens, teens and parents worldwide.

How To Banish Summer Boredom

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Keep kids active and engaged this summer.

The Hidden Benefits of Dance For all Ages

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From growing poise and confidence to building agility and strength, there is much more to dance than learning first position.

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Kristi Madron,

Yummy reads to keep your mind, and maybe your tummy, happy this summer.

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Renee Roberson,

Make learning fun this summer at one of these local spots.

5 Summer College Application Tips for Rising High School Seniors

Dave Bergman, Ed.D.,

Summer months are the perfect time to get ahead in the college application process. Follow these 5 useful tips to jump-start your college applications.