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Start a Book Reading Club for KidsYoung students can expand their minds, improve their reading and bond with friends in a fun group setting. Here's how parents can get one going! |
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10 Awesome Favorite Books for BoysGot a reluctant reader dude on your hands? Get him turning pages with these awesome recommendations from a Wyandotte, Michigan librarian. |
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Tips to Help Kids with Handwriting SkillsFrom the concept of jotting letters to the right way to grip a pencil, learning to write by hand can be tricky business for young students. Here's how parents can help! |
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What to Do When Children Fake SickWhy do kids put on the act? Here, parents can get some insight into the reasons their students want to skip school, and what they can do. |
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MEAP Test Taking Tips for KidsHow parents can help kids in grades 3-9 prepare for these big Michigan standardized tests that cover reading, writing, math, science and more. |
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Dads Dealing with a Special Needs Diagnosis in their KidsIt's tough for any parent – but for fathers, it can be even tougher to accept, cope and feel hope. Some local dads share their stories and offer insights. |
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New Guidelines for ADHD in KidsThey now cover a wider span of ages. Get insight on the updates, signs parents and doctors should look for, and recommendations for treatment. |
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Service Animals and Special Needs KidsSpecially trained dogs are helping children in southeast Michigan adjust to everyday life. Here's a look at how they work. |
The top stores, services and spots in southeast Michigan? The results are in for 25 categories in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Macomb!
Check out the winner and runners up from Metro Parent's Halloween costume contest!
Meet the cute kids who were semi finalists in the 2011 Metro Parent CoverKids Search, held at Great Lakes Crossing in Auburn Hills and Westland Shopping Center.
Southeast Michigan moms and dads share their family photos and thoughts for Metro Parent's 25th anniversary. One wins $25 every month!
Flip through this gallery of kids on their first week back to school. The winner will be announced Monday evening.
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Valentine's Day Family Events in Southeast MichiganLove is in the air all over southeast Michigan! Do some fun parent kid bonding at these local events – from dances to shows to library parties. |
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Best Black History Month Family Events in Southeast MichiganParents and kids can celebrate in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties with special exhibits, plays, library programs and more. |
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Best Kids Weight Loss Programs in Southeast MichiganIf your child is struggling to shed pounds, these hospitals in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties have five ways to help. |
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Best Adult Weight Loss Programs in Southeast MichiganHospitals in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties have a host of programs, from activities to surgery, to help parents get healthy. |