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How do you raise well-informed kids?A seasoned political correspondent shares how she has approached the tricky subject of politics and other hard news with her kids, turning them into educated citizens who can vote on their own without mom looking over their shoulder.
Medicaid kids left out of federal marketplaceFamilies shopping for health insurance through the new federal marketplace are running into trouble getting everyone covered when children are eligible for Medicaid but their parents are not.
Should slang-deciphering software be used in US schools?Schools in the United Kingdom are using software to flag dangerous online conversations for teachers. Could we use the same software in the US?
Foster care takes root in India. How does it differ from adoption?Foster care in the United States is not a new concept for many families. Internationally, however, the push for non-institutionalized programs to place children in family settings is still taking shape. Here is a primer on the basic differences between adoption and foster care from an international perspective.
What do you say to your child after the death of their friend?A mother writes a note to her son as he mourns the death of a friend from suicide.
Twitter use in classrooms growsTeachers and students in nine states are taking part in a program by KQED public radio, which posts weekly topics, videos, and articles designed to stimulate Twitter conversations. Some parents are skeptical, but students are taking interest in online discussions about current events.
Ja'han Jones' graceful, necessary response to Tau Kappa EpsilonThe student president of the African American Men of Arizona State University wrote to the brothers of Tau Kappa Epsilon, not 'to reprimand, or defame, or scold, but to ask with the utmost sincerity: Why?'
How often do we get on our kids' level to help solve problems?The telling of the fairy tale about the rooster under the table reminds us that often the best solutions in parenting result from getting down on our kids' level and join them to learn how they see things.
What example do Friday night NFL games set for younger players?The National Football League has proposed expanding the season to include Friday night playoff games. One former player and parent says that there are dangers in adopting a longer season, including potentially more injuries for players and a bad model for the sport.
A week's worth of activities for kids to fend off the winter blahs Here is a week's worth of indoor and outdoor activities to do with your kids to keep you occupied until the thaw.
Parents' good intentions for online search still tend to be sexist"Is my son gifted?" "Is my daughter overweight?" are among the questions parents are typing into Google. And despite their good intentions to learn more about their kids, parents' searches are showing clear gender biases.
No more 'hurry up': The challenge to stop rushing our kidsRushing kids through their day leaves an impression on them that there is little time for play and enjoying life. Slowing down, taking time, and stopping the hustle can help parents and kids embrace simple pleasures more.
Study: Snow closures for schools aren't bad for kidsA new Harvard study reports that school closures from weather have little impact on student performance, while delayed school openings due to inclement weather have an adverse effect on some students.
NYC's social media guide for students, by studentsStudents helped to shape the New York City Department of Education's guide on social media for students. Kids around the country are asking for this kind of guidance, how will other administrators respond?
'From 1994' to eternity: The power of a mother's love'From 1994' captures a mom’s tender love for her son, through a letter she wrote before her death, opened years later when he was 12-years-old. One new mom connects with it on multiple levels, having also lost her mother when she was young.
Winter Storm Janus: Storm naming with your familyWinter Storm Janus, named by The Weather Channel, sparked complaints from one mom's son about its weak sound, which in turn sparked a teachable moment: How a name like 'Janus' could pack a powerful punch, when you take the time to learn its origins.
Charity, losing with(out) grace, and other lessons from the NFL championship gamesSunday's championship games offered teachable moments on leadership, sportsmanship, and even lip reading.
Buying a Furby Boom? Might be easier to play the stock market.Experts have access to up-to-the-minute price and inventory information on the hottest toys, while parents do not. So tracking down a popular toy like the Furby Boom at a price that is right might take more monitoring of the toy market than expected.
Jennifer Lopez, cherish your son's love note when he is a teenJennifer Lopez was gushing earlier this week about the first love note she received from her son, Max. Remember to keep those love notes handy, J-Lo. When he enters his teens, you may need them as a reminder of his mother love, even if he doesn't show it.
Harvard obesity study: Low-income kids more at-riskA new Harvard University study published this week reports that the obesity rate is rising among low-income kids, and cites lack of spaces for exercise as one contributing factor. One community serves as an exception, thanks to a neighborhood matriarch's example and a task force of caring parents.
