Editor’s Letter

Departments

WHAT COUNTS
Artificial Christmas Tree Storage and Other December Stats

STUDY SAYS
Harsh Parenting May Cause Kids to be Antisocial, Study Says

THE PIPELINE

• The Reptarium Amphibian and Reptile Zoo in Utica
• Three Local Teens Receive Humane Youth Award
• The Golden State Chef Company Created by Royal Oak Parents
• Elaine B. Jewelry in Ferndale Opened by Expectant Mom

BIRTHDAY BRAG
Curly Top Hair Birthday Party for Evan Lovy in Metro Detroit

MY WORDS
Cremating a Deceased Parent: Reflections on Ashes and Family

CRUMBS
Everything Bagel Cream Cheese Breakfast Bake Recipe

KIDS 101
Why Toddlers Think Out Loud and Talk to Themselves

FUN GUIDE
Calendar December 2018

LET’S GO
December Winter Wonders in Michigan, Canada and Wyoming

FEATURES

Kids Holiday Gift Guide 2018: Tech, Collectibles, Gaming and Toys
Find out what your kids really want for Christmas

Why Kids Chronically Misbehave and What Parents Can Do
Learn why kids misbehave and how parents should handle it

SPONSORED CONTENT

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    • Opioid Use in Teens
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    • Teacher Spotlight: Lynn Cronin