Your children are ready for school and all that encompasses: From homework expectations to being organized in the classroom. They are making new friends, and maybe dealing with bullying. They are discovering their talents and strengths - and probably learning about their weaknesses, too. How do you raise a reader? How can you help your child excel in math (or at least not hate it too much)? What can you do to keep your child balanced? Engaged in an active lifestyle, without being overscheduled?

Each passing year, your child is ready for more responsibility - possibly even eager for it! We have tips and tricks for how to feed your child healthfully (should you go organic?), information about kid health and hygeine (like getting your kids to brush their teeth!) and insight on teaching kids money management (when should you start giving your children an allowance - and how much?), participating in household chores and community philanthropy.

Now is the time when your child is going to start learning to negotiate the world outside of home and immediate family. How do you shelter them without being overprotective? How do you discipline your child? What are your alternatives to spanking? How do you raise a resilient child, one who can cope with divorce and/or a stepparent. How well can your child handle stress and tragedy? With expert advice and a commonsense approach, we offer information and community that will help you foster compassion and empathy; encouraging self-reliance and positive self-esteem in your child.