Books on tweens and teens
Tweens and teens can drive parents crazy. Here are some books to help you understand, and better communicate, with your older child.
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Seven ways music boosts that brain
Recent research underscores how playing an instrument (sooner than later) bolsters kids' academic, social, and emotional lives.
Girls' and boys' brains: How different are they?
A close up look at the gender achievement gap, and why it matters.
10 Mindful Minutes
Goldie Hawn's new parenting book tackles the task of teaching EQ to children.
Kansas to try Finland's anti-bullying program
Parents and educators have only to scan the headlines to realize the urgent need to stop bullying. In Kansas, they're trying the miraculous program that's transforming Finnish schools.
Been caught sexting
Her teenage son is a great kid. He also sends racy text messages. Is this just a sign of the times, or is he a virtual philanderer? One mom shares her strategy for dealing with sexting.
Standing up for his son
Eleven-year-old Ty Field-Smalley took his life after being harassed at school. Ever since, his father has made it his mission to fight bullying.
The surprising truth about roughhousing
Science now backs up what so many parents instinctively know: a spirited round of rough-and-tumble play is good for kids, helping them build academic, emotional, and physical smarts. Here's why.
Matters of the (young) heart
Love at first sight. Crushed crushes. From preschool to puberty, here's how to help with your child’s heartthrobs and heartaches.
Sticks, stones, and drama: the truth about bullying
Author Emily Bazelon talks about her new book -- and what kids, parents, and schools can do to put an end to bullying.
