Make Elementary Homework Fun
Homemade games can make it fun to practice counting coins, spelling and vocabulary.
MetroKids - March 2010
Facebook Privacy Video for Parents
Common Sense Media has created a 3.5-minute video guide to help parents figure out the latest Facebook privacy settings.
1 Million Baby Slings Recalled; Parents Urged To Use Caution
Infantino recalls baby carriers after 3 deaths. The CPSC urges parents to use slings cautiously, especially with infants younger than 4 months old.
MetroKids Wins Press Awards
MetroKids received Parenting Publications of America 2009 Gold Awards for its calendar section and children's book reviews, and four awards from the Delaware Press Association.
Free Kids' Earthquake E-Book
Education section and teaching guide build on fictional account of pandas following 2008 China quake.
More Than Girl Talk
Friendships between women can play an essential role in their health and well-being.
Special Needs Camps Empower Kids
Kids with special needs don’t have to miss out on the summer camp experience. Many camps are geared to specific disabilities. Others work hard to accommodate special needs.
Charters Broaden School Options
Charters have broadened public school options to include choices such as college prep, business, arts and online environments.
Share What You Love!
Lullabies plow common ground for new parents and their babies. You can sample these lullabies and stress-busters online.
Bonding with Baby Isn't Automatic
A deep mother-infant connection can take time, and sometimes help, to develop.
What To Do in a First Aid Emergency
You can cope best by staying calm, calling for help and gathering information.
Guide to Art Museums
Tour tips & ways to save when planning a family field trip with your budding Picasso
Say Cheese!
Americans love cheese, but most cheeses are high in calories and fat. Here are tips to fit cheese into a healthy diet.
New This Month
A Japanese festival, hippo birthday, historical tours, playgrounds & gardens, fairytales & more
Preschool Teachers Speak Out
Here’s what preschool teachers would say to inconsiderate moms and dads — but don’t dare.
Ready for Overnight Camp?
Camp directors say there's no magic age, but younger kids often adjust better than teen first-time campers.
Get More for Your Used Car
You can almost always get more money selling a used car yourself. Here's how.
Facebook and College Admissions
Inappropriate online pages can hurt college chances. Creative expression can sometimes help.
Women Not To Be Taken for Granted
During Women's History Month and beyond, kids will enjoy these books about or including famous women.
Spotlight On...
Blooming flowers, Easter Bunny sightings, egg hunts, Passover celebrations & other springtime fun
