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my daughter's first day of school- teacher helping student in wheelchair

My child’s disabilities made her first day of school anything but typical

No other parent in JJ’s grade would be checking anything like this off their list.

Updated Aug. 23, 2024
two children going back to school while mom looks on smiling

Back-to-school season is the real ‘new year’

Back-to-school season is a fresh start for kids and parents. But it is also a stark reminder that our kids are growing up too fast.

Updated Aug. 05, 2024
Three screenshots of educator singing viral kindergarten song

Teacher goes viral with ‘Welcome to Kindergarten’ song—watch the video here

Whether you have a child starting kindergarten or not, you're gonna want to watch Dwayne Reed's video.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024
mom hugging child- first day of preschool

Separation anxiety: How my toddler (finally) adjusted to preschool

I am suddenly acutely aware of how fast he is growing up.

Updated Feb. 06, 2024
tiktok collage- miss sparkles school bus driver

‘Miss Sparkles’ is the school bus driver we all wish we had

“My job brings me so much joy—these kids bring me so much joy."

Updated Oct. 09, 2023
mom hugging son outside - letter to my firstborn

Seasons of change: A letter to my firstborn son

I am surprised by how much I don’t want you to go and how much I do want you to go, all at the same time.

Updated Sep. 16, 2023
middle school mom essay - middle school

To the mom whose child is going to middle school—it’s a wild ride

Middle school, to me, is the closest we’ll get to a zombie apocalypse.

Updated Aug. 24, 2023
child holding backpack - going back to school - as the backpacks get bigger

As the backpacks get bigger, so does everything else

As our children grow, we too evolve as parents, growing and changing together.

Updated Aug. 18, 2023
two kids walking to school wearing backpacks - do bulletproof backpacks work

Will a bulletproof backpack insert actually help protect your child?

Demand for bulletproof backpacks is soaring as kids start school again. Here's what experts have to say.

Updated Aug. 23, 2024
mom saying goodbye to her daughter at school drop off and pick up

5 tips to make school pick up and drop off easier on everyone

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.

Updated Jan. 27, 2023
john stamos and son instagram photo

John Stamos is every parent trying not to ugly cry on the first day of school

Even Uncle Jesse can't play it cool all the time. ❤️

Updated Sep. 01, 2022
parents helping kids put their backpacks on- morning routine for kids

How to make the transition back to early mornings a little easier for the whole family

Hello to early mornings and a flurry of tasks to complete before 8 a.m.

Updated Jul. 09, 2024
mom hugging son at drop off- mom sad on the first day of school

To the mom who is saddened by the start of school

This year, when you’re swallowing the lump in your throat and waving good-bye and counting down the minutes until pick up, you need to know that someone else feels it too.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024
mom holding son's hand-walking to preschool

How to prep your child for starting preschool

Preparing for school isn’t just about packing books and buying stationery. It’s also about helping children with the emotional transition.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
kids painting

10 back-to-school bash ideas to get them excited for a new school year

Extend summer fun with these ideas that will get everyone ready for the first day of school.

Updated Jul. 29, 2022
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