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• Social Anxiety During Social Distancing: How to Help Your Child Cope

  Learn how to help kids cope with social anxiety during social distancing. Get tips from the Child Mi…

• Self-Control: What It Means for Kids

  What is self-control, and what does self-control look like in kids? Get the basics on self-control i…

• When You Say Screen Time’s Over, How Does Your Child React?

  When you say screen time's over, does your child ignore you? Have an outburst? Find out why kids hav…

• Signs of Anxiety in Young Kids

  Are you concerned your young child has anxiety? Use this anxiety checklist to see examples of childh…

• The Importance of Positive Self-Esteem for Kids

  Learn what self-esteem is and why positive self-esteem is so important for kids. And get tips to hel…

• 5 Steps for Recognizing Strengths in Kids

  When you focus on your child's challenges, it can be easy to overlook strengths. Follow these steps …

• Types of strengths in kids

  What are your child's strengths? Use this checklist to identify strengths in kids, and see examples …

• How to give praise that builds your child’s self-esteem

  The best type of praise helps kids recognize their own effort. Here’s what you can say to praise you…

• When Kids Are Anxious About the Coronavirus: What to Do

  If your child is anxious about coronavirus, what can you do? Get tips on how to calm your child's an…

• Download: Log to Find Out Why Your Child Gets Frustrated

  Why does your child get frustrated? This log can help you see patterns in your child's frustration. …

• Why Some Kids Overreact to Criticism

  Does it seem like your child can't deal with criticism? Find out why some kids have trouble learning…

• Frustration and Anger in Kids Who Struggle in School: What It Looks Like

  Anger and frustration are related, but they're not the same thing. Find out why kids who struggle in…

• 5 Playground Activities That Can Boost Your Child’s Development

  Playing on the playground can boost your child's motor skills, social skills, and more. Here are 5 p…

• Cyberbullying: What you need to know

  What counts as cyberbullying? Read what it means for kids to be cyberbullied, along with examples of…

• How to Get Your Child Involved in Sports

  How can you get kids who learn and think differently involved in sports? Here are steps to take to g…

• Playdate Problems and How to Handle Them

  Some kids have trouble with playdates. Learn about common playdate problems and how you can help.

• Why Teens With ADHD May Take More Risks

  Learn how children with learning and thinking differences may be more prone to risky behavior such a…

• 6 Tips for Developing Job Skills at Home

  These six tips offer concrete ideas on how you can help your teen with learning and thinking differe…

• What to Do When Your Teen Resists Your Help

  Learn how to respond when your teen resists homework and school help. Read about peer and teacher su…

• Job Interview Questions to Practice With Your Teen

  Interviewing for a job can be stressful experience for your child. Help boost her confidence by prac…