Big Kids

Letting Kids Quit Extracurricular Activities
When is it OK for parents to allow children to throw in the towel? Here are a few things to consider.

Managing Your Child's Anger
Got a big kid who's prone to temper tantrums? Here are six steps to help parents successfully 'fight' back.

Respite for Parents of Special Needs Children
Raising a special needs child can be all-consuming. Here's how some local parent are coping, and services that can help.

Breaking Young Kids' Tattletale Habit
Got a little snitch on your kids? Here are seven steps parents can use to help stop kids from unnecessary tattling.

Overcoming Social Jitters
Shy kids rarely turn into social butterflies. But here are nine things you can do to help them overcome anxiety.

Friendship Skill Building
Four ways parents can help support young kids through the ups and downs of friendship.

Language Studies for School Kids
Here's how parents can help foster bilingualism and learning a second language in any kid in grades K-6.

Phone Etiquette 101
Disconnect the embarrassment and teach your kids telephone manners in seven basic steps.

Liar, Liar
Is your sweetie spinning yarns? Learn why kids lie, and what you can do about it.

Dealing with Stealing
What could be prompting your child to steal – and what you can do to stop it.
