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'F-Bombs for Feminism': A viral video exploiting girls, not empowering themA video featuring little girls standing up to discrimination with some strong words has gone viral. While the message is clear, the aim of the video is not as much. Is the company that produced the video selling equality, or t-shirts?
Why 18 Florida parents were arrested when their kids skipped schoolDozens of parents in Florida have been arrested for failing to take their kids to elementary school, resulting in some cases to kids missing multiple grade advancements because of truancy. How can other parents lend a hand?
What happens when stats about successful marriages meet a real marriage?A new study published by professors at Emory University tries to scientifically prove what it takes to be in a successful marriage. But what happens when real life doesn't stand up to the stats, and a marriage is successful despite the numbers?
Creepy clowns on the rise: How to prep kids for Halloween tricksA creepy clown case in the UK has been reported, shortly after clowns creeped out locals in a California city last week. The pranks remind parents to properly prep kids who might not be ready for Halloween tricks.
Children’s books written by celebrities: The good, the bad, the charmingCelebrities often wear many hats, sometimes including children’s book author. The results can sometimes miss their target, while at other times a celebrity's views shared in a storybook characters can charm readers.
Talking back: What parents can do to relate to their kid's protestsParents often see talking back from kids as rude, but are they responding to their potential lack of respect for their kids?
Time’s most influential teens: Leadership traits win out over followersTime magazine released its list of most influential teens for 2014, including celebrities, artists, scientists, fashion designers, and more. There are some traits that teens can cultivate that can help them make an impact wherever they live.
Mission District turf battle: How can adults and kids share public play space?A YouTube video of Dropbox employees and local kids vying over a public field in San Francisco has gone viral. The video, and the resulting public rally, point to some potential oversights in how public space is used.
Building a PE program, one bike at a timeWhile news headlines point to challenges with childhood obesity across the country and schools cutting physical education programs, one community is actually building its PE curriculum through a popular regional sport.
Calgary bullied teen's loving response earns her love in returnCaitlin Prater-Haacke of Calgary, Alberta turned her own bullying into a movement of positive messages for hundreds of classmates. Filmmaker Lee Hirsch, creator of the anti-bullying film "Bully" is among her more vocal supporters.
PSAT test time: Time for teens to tweet and parents to tune inWednesday, Oct. 15 marks the test date for the PSAT, best known as the pretest exam for the SAT. While millions of teens sharpen their pencils, parents can sharpen what they know about their teens by scanning social media.
Car seat study: What safety mistakes do most new parents make?A new study presented Monday shows that many new parents make the same mistakes when both installing an infant car seat and strapping in babies
'American Ninja Warrior': Mom editionThere is reality TV, then there is TV that mimics reality. One mom realizes that her life more closely resembles 'American Ninja Warrior' than anything else she sees on TV.
'Shark Tank' teen: How can parents guide, instead of push, kid entrepreneurs?When parents lead business ventures with their kids, sometimes kids can get lost in the venture. However, one dad recently showed on national television that the most important leadership skill is knowing when to step back.
- 'Bully' premieres Monday on PBS: How are educators using it as a resource?
Monday, the documentary 'Bully' makes its way to television audiences. The 2011 film has become a training tool for parents and educators aiming to end bullying violence, but it takes more than just watching the film to create a lasting impact.
What Malala and a 12-year-old bride show us about International Day of the GirlThea, a fictional teen bride, and Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai are part of the story of how the Internet has become the most valuable tool for raising awareness for international girls' rights.
The first step in fighting bullying? Define 'bullying'October is National Bully Prevention Awareness Month, and its important for parents, students, and schools to define bullying and differentiate it from other forms of behavior in order to address bullying problems swiftly.
Mommy's six chins: Coping with body image bombardmentOne mother receives a drawing from her preschooler depicting her least favorite features in bright, vibrant color, leading her to dive into the realm of the body-image acceptance, and the multiple factors that shape the discussion.
Five things kids can learn from 2014 Nobel Peace Prize winners Malala Yousafzai and Kailash SatyarthiThe 2014 Nobel Peace Prize winners have many difference between them, but one goal that guides them.
Gender neutrality: Why teachers won't ask boys and girls to line up in Lincoln, Neb.Across the country, schools, sports teams, and other groups are defining what it means to be 'gender neutral.' For many parents, this is new territory to navigate and understand.
