education
This simple habit solved my son’s after-school restraint collapse
"What was the magical formula that would provide a peaceful afternoon for my son?"
8-year-old expelled from school for refusing assignment instructing her to send a photo of her from the bathtub
She spoke up and now she's out of school. What's the takeaway here?
What to do if your child has a ‘difficult’ teacher
Sometimes sticking with the thing that feels really difficult is the best course of action.
10 ways to make school drop-off and pick-up easier—for you and your child
A challenging drop-off can set the tone for the rest of the day. Here's how to make drop off (and pick up) easier.
New data shows the pandemic’s effect on education, and it’s staggering
Students' progress dropped significantly in the subjects of reading and math.
The student loan forgiveness is a game-changer for me, my family and our future
Not everyone agrees with Biden's plan to forgive student loans, but for young families trying to survive in the US, it's a huge step forward.
This viral TikTok about prepping for active shooter drills is a new, heartbreaking back-to-school reality
"Now, show me how you use your bulletproof backpack."
6 things parents should know about IEPs, from a school psychologist
Nobody knows your child better than you. Your child’s IEP team should have school professionals who also want your child to succeed.
Major Florida school district implements new rules that severely limit kids’ access to books
Accessing books is on hold until they receive more guidance from the Florida Department of Education.
SCOTUS’s decision to allow prayer in public school isn’t religious liberty
As a (non-Christian) person of faith, this decision absolutely terrifies me.
College grad gives birth and receives diploma hours later during hospital ceremony
"I thought I was gonna walk across the stage to get my degree, instead I got my baby."
New Georgia law prevents schools from withholding recess as punishment
Starting next year, elementary students will also be required to have recess every day.
These sustainable kids clothes are perfect for back to school
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22 best backpacks for kids–from preschool & beyond
They'll love sporting these bags all year long.
What’s a 529 college savings plan? What parents need to know
These savings plans are designed specifically to help pay for college and are a great investment option for families who want to see their money grow, tax-free, over a stretch of time.
Why isn’t my baby talking yet? 7 ways to encourage speech from a speech language pathologist
Worried about a possible speech delay? Deep breaths, mama. Here's what to know.
It’s science: Your kids are learning all the time—school or no school
The whole world is a classroom, and they learn from it every day (so don't stress about those worksheets).
Your kid’s drop-off meltdowns are normal—here’s what experts do about them
Validating feelings, dispelling fears and incorporating secret handshakes (!) can help all involved.
13 back-to-school lunch boxes moms say are worth it
We've rounded up a curated selection that check all the required boxes.
Mindfulness training helps kids sleep longer, study reveals
Yoga and breathwork at school helped kids sleep an average of 74 more minutes per night.