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'Reading Rainbow' crowdfunding campaign already a successLeVar Burton, actor, and host of the kids television show 'Reading Rainbow' has launched a Kickstarter campaign to revive the series for today's kids. Judging by the campaign's first day of success, parents seem to be excited for its return.
Is Edward Snowden a tattletale? A mother's reply.Edward Snowden, NSA whistle-blower, 'patriot,' or 'traitor'? How do you explain the Snowden debate to kids?
Maya Angelou: A wild child who connected generationsMaya Angelou, poet and novelist, died Wednesday at the age of 86. Kids still read her work today as their parents did decades ago, and the same wisdom still holds as true as when she first wrote the words.
Isla Vista attack: Parents need to table anger to coach kids through tragedyThe Isla Vista shooting has left in its wakes a lot of anger and finger pointing. What parents need to show their kids is when tragedy happens, there is a perspective beyond and above the anger.
What not to do at your child's end-of-school-year concertJust a reminder for parents attending their child's end-of-the-school-year recitals, performances, and concerts. Sit in the room and be present right as it happens.
Michelle Obama digs in against weaker school-lunch standardsFirst lady Michelle Obama said Tuesday that efforts by members of Congress to weaken school lunch standards are not acceptable, and she is speaking out on policy, something she rarely does.
Giant 'Rubber Duck' includes families as part of the artArtist Florentijn Hofman created a three-story rubber duck as a traveling art installation touring the world. More than giant bath toy, Mr. Hofman has turned duck visitors into art themselves.
Memorial Day for a military spouseMemorial Day for military families means more than a flag posted outside the home. It's a link to a global network of those who serve, and supporting those who struggle.
10 Timeless backyard games for warm weather fun Try these 10 backyard games to make the most of warmer weather.
D.C. Diaper Bank has families in poverty coveredDiapers are a necessity not covered by food stamps or WIC, and are not cheap. Launched in 2010, the D.C. Diaper Bank is now helping thousands of families with 60,000 to 75,000 diapers a month.
Pet photography captures your mutt's mug on filmPets are often the trickiest members of the family to capture in a photo. Pet photography is a growing business, and the pros are pulling out more than a toy or treat to capture the best side of animals.
Levi's CEO Chip Bergh says 'no' to jean washing, parents say 'no way'Levi Strauss & Co. CEO Chip Bergh told customers to not wash their jeans in order to conserve energy. Great idea, unless you are a parent, in which case the jeans might walk away on their own.
- Liam and Sophia top Wyoming's most popular baby names
Wyatt, Carter and Hunter followed Liam on the Wyoming popularity list for boys in 2013. For girls, Sophia was the top choice followed by Emma, Harper, Olivia and Paisley.
Internet addiction? Teen filmmaker unplugs to explore what it meansTeen filmmaker Eoin Corbett, a self-professed 'Internet addict,' wanted to get to the root of what it meant to be addicted to the Internet, and what it would be like to be offline for 30 days.
Alison Teal validates adventure parenting styleAlison Teal, filmmaker and adventure guide, is the progeny of adventure parents. While there are more resources than ever before focused on adventuring with kids, Ms. Teal offers a validation for the adventure parenting style.
Sandra Bullock speech: What a 4-year-old teaches you about lifeSandra Bullock surprised high school graduates in New Orleans Monday, by delivering the commencement address to a packed arena. The source of Sandra Bullock's wisdom? Her 4-year-old son.
Underage drinking: Actions speak the loudestNo matter how many guides are given to parents about how to talk to their kids about alcohol, some of the most valuable insights on underage drinking will comes from those who have watched their friends make mistakes.
Dropout bomb threat: Managing the conversation with familyDanielle Shea made headlines after calling in bomb threats to disrupt Quinnipiac University's commencement, hoping to keep her parents from discovering she dropped out of school. Wouldn't a family meeting have been easier?
Delia Garcia-Bratcher arrested: Mom learns you can't always fight your kids' battlesDelia Garcia-Bratcher confronted her daughter's alleged bully, and was arrested for assaulting the 12-year-old. Parents may like to think they can fight their kids' battles, but that is not always the case.
Joe Biden’s prom invite: A teen aiming for a future in politics?Vice President Joe Biden has kindly declined an invitation to the prom made by a Connecticut student, but his potential teen prom date gained more for her bold move than just flowers and an invite to DC.
