I Love My Public Library
You may never realize how much you love your local library, until you are in danger of losing it.
Young Authors & Illustrators Winners 2010
Meet the talented southeast Michigan kids in grades 1-8 who took home the top prizes in Metro Parent's 11th annual event!
I Hate Papers!
There was a day I could keep up with the papers coming in and going out of my family's house. Not anymore!
Finding a New School Checklist
Looking for a new public, charter or private option for your child? The eight steps on our finding a school checklist can help you make the right choice.
I Love My Kids' Teachers
Whenever I think I'm having a tough day with my little darlings, I just imagine what it must be like juggling 25 kids every week day!
Creating a Homework Environment
Here are eight simple ways to create a homework environment for your kids to study in at home that will help them find school success.
Boosting Interest in Social Studies
How can you nurture a budding historian? Here are a few ways to build on kids' curiosity for the subject.
I Love My Kids' After-school Activities
Watching her daughters dancing, doing gymnastics and ice skating has been an unexpected lesson for this local mom.
Stumped by Story Problems?
Try this four-step solution to help coach frustrated students through these tricky math problems.
Kid-Friendly Classic Books
Want to build a bookworm? Here are six books, for kids from babies to tweens, to make reading enjoyable.
Free School Lunch
Is your child eligible for federally funded free or a reduced-cost lunch? Find out with this information.
Perfectionism and Learning
Could fear of making mistakes be hurting your child's ability to learn? Discover the perils of perfectionism and how to help.