‘Sesame Street’ will join CNN town hall this weekend to help speak out...
Racism has no place on any street — including Sesame Street. That’s the message the beloved children’s show shared on social media this week in the wake of the death of George Floyd and nationwide...
View ArticleIkea shared guides for using furniture to make forts
Millions of families are stuck at home in an effort to decrease the spread of COVID-19. And even though some states are loosening up their safer-at-home guidelines, we’ll probably still be spending a...
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How to talk to your kids about white privilege
When police officer Derek Chauvin killed George Floyd in broad daylight, it forced many white people to confront the painful but necessary realization that racism is still alive and well in this...
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Pillsbury released a new Toaster Strudel flavor
Making decisions is hard. Making decisions first thing in the morning is even harder. But, here’s some good news: If you wake up and can’t pick between cereal or pastry, you now can have both in one...
View ArticleHere’s how risky it is to let kids see their grandparents during the pandemic
When it comes to getting sick with COVID-19, you might be thinking about this, and we have been, too. Stephanie Dayton asks: “What is the risk of my kids spending time with their grandparents?” We...
View ArticleA 9-year-old girl has sewn and donated more than 500 face masks
The coronavirus pandemic caused a nationwide shortage of face masks, prompting many Good Samaritans — including one very industrious 9-year-old girl — to step forward and donate handmade cloth masks....
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These products aim to prevent drownings in residential pools
Around 800 children die each year from drowning — and half of those are under age 5. Plus, kids aged 1-4 are most likely to die in pools (as compared to baths or open water). Since two-thirds of these...
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New break-resistant crayons are perfect for little kids
Although school may look different this year — and classes may even still take place at home — there is one thing that will never change: The need for school supplies. If your little ones are in need...
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Kids can help with the national coin shortage with their piggy banks
Among the coronavirus pandemic’s many impacts on the country, there’s one totally unexpected problem: a nationwide coin shortage. Certain regions of the United States are officially short on coins,...
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Fisher-Price has an adorable new ‘work-from-home’ toy set
If you’re a parent, you know how quickly children pick up on adult behaviors. From repeating things we say to copying our actions, from vacuuming the floor to mowing the lawn, kids want to be a part...
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Target has a line of adaptive Halloween costumes and accessories for kids of...
For years, parents of children who use wheelchairs have been making them some pretty amazing Halloween costumes. Take, for example, this mom who turned her daughter’s wheelchair into Cinderella’s...
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This 7-year-old is handing out masks to the homeless
There’s no age requirement for becoming a superhero. A 7-year-old girl in Lombard, Illinois is crafting face masks for people without homes to help them protect themselves from COVID-19. Young Olivia...
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Pink’s husband talks about why he’s teaching his 3- and 9-year-old kids to...
Carey Hart, motocross competitor and husband to pop singer Pink, recently decided to “poke the bear” on social media by sharing a controversial post in which he revealed that he is teaching his young...
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New bill would let kids get vaccinated without their parents’ consent
A new bill seeks to empower young children to make the decision whether or not they want to receive vaccinations, as opposed to putting all of the power in their parents‘ hands. Led by Washington,...
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Why Disney+ removed ‘Dumbo,’ ‘Peter Pan’ and other movies from children’s...
Have you noticed anything different about Disney+ when watching popular classics like “The Aristocats” and “The Jungle Book”? Back in October, Disney+ added a disclaimer to six of their vintage films,...
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Safe colors for children’s swimsuits: What parents need to know to reduce the...
How safe is the color of your child’s swimsuit? If you’re like many parents, you probably choose your kids’ swimsuits based on style, price and fit. But swimsuit colors can play a vital role in...
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What temperature is considered a fever in children?
A cold here, the flu there — for parents, some years can bring a slew of back-to-back illnesses. With coughs that can be considered “normal” that last for up to six weeks, as well as multiple ear...
View ArticleTeacher retires on her 95th birthday after teaching for 75 years
Grace Adkins deserves an A+ for her teaching career. The Georgia educator has been teaching children for more than seven decades. She also happens to read up to 40 books a year, and she rises at 3...
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Survey shows the best way to get kids to clean their room
As parents, we know that getting kids to clean up their rooms isn’t always easy. The mess usually looks different depending on their age. When my daughter was in preschool, her floor would be covered...
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McDonald’s is launching Squishmallow Happy Meals
While Squishmallows are known to be large enough to cuddle with, the company behind the popular plushes is shrinking them for a very special reason: They’re about to be Happy Meal toys! Jazwares is...
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This wagon looks like a VW bus
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View Article10-year-old’s lemonade stand for school supplies is a summer staple
Summer break just began a few weeks ago for students. But 10-year-old Naivy Bloxson already has her eyes on preparing for the new school year. She and her siblings Dhvani and Giovanni aren’t hitting...
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Walmart now has sensory-friendly hours for back-to-school shopping
Back-to-school shopping is a chore at the best of times, but it can be a particular ordeal for parents of kids with sensory processing disorders. The bright lights and chaotic vibe of most department...
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Take the best back-to-school photos with these professional tips
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11 Cute First Day Of School Photo Ideas That Are Easy To Recreate
It’s always fun to document your child’s first day of school with a photo or two, whether it’s to look back on at the end of the school year or at the end of a decade. Why not up the creativity and...
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It’s Official: Kids Are A Million Times Worse When Their Moms Are Around
When my first daughter started preschool, I held my breath the whole first week, expecting to be called for an early pick-up. Surely she would throw one of her outrageous temper tantrums or epic...
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When can kids walk to school alone?
It’s back-to-school time! Are you wondering whether this is the year you can let your child walk to school alone? Before you voice this question aloud, be aware: People have a lot of differing...
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This jewelry is officially the coolest way to save kids’ artwork
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10 no-carve pumpkin decorating kits your kids will love
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Restaurant charges parents a $50 fee when kids misbehave
Toccoa Riverside Restaurant is known for its fresh trout and fried oysters, but this casual seafood joint won’t put up with any fishy business from kids. The Blue Ridge, Georgia restaurant, went viral...
View ArticleWatch this adorable dolphin make fast friends with a tiny human
If your heart could use a little warming today, look no further than the video below. It was shared by Carly Keech during her visit to the Mississippi Aquarium in Gulfport, Mississippi this September....
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10 of the best train gifts for kids who love them
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Mom shares ‘how to be a person’ camp idea
Parenting pulls you in a dozen directions at once. Between the nitty-gritty labor of keeping kids alive and thriving, the daily struggle to help them grow up as good citizens, and the churn of school...
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10 new episodes of ‘Bluey’ are coming to Disney+
Heads up, Heeler fans! Ten more episodes of beloved kids’ show “Bluey” will appear on Disney+ early in the new year. Starting Jan. 12, a second batch of stories from the show’s third season hits the...
View ArticleKindergartners cheer for classmate as he sprints home from the bus every day...
A Louisiana 5-year-old has plans to be the fastest kid alive. And he’s got a whole school bus full of kids cheering him on. Each day when Xavier gets off at his stop, he sprints at top speed to his...
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Chris Evans is sending a Captain America shield to 6-year-old boy who saved...
When a 4-year-old Wyoming girl was attacked by a dog, her big brother Bridger, age 6, stepped in to save the day. The heroic act landed the little boy in the hospital, where he required 90 stitches....
View ArticleThis 11-year-old boy is starting college next year
At just 11 years old, calculus homework is no match for Monty Hernandez. While other kids his age are hoping to make the middle school basketball team, Monty is preparing to enter his freshman year of...
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Italy’s high court says kids should get last names of both parents
In European countries including France, Germany and Spain, children can be given both of their parents’ surnames. Italy, on the other hand, has been reluctant to recognize the mother’s family line in...
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‘Fiver’ birthday parties for kids are a great way to cut costs and clutter
Did you know it’s been estimated that the average parent spends around $400 on a birthday party for their kid? We have come a long way from the days when setting up a birthday party was usually...
View ArticleBoy fights Muscular Dystrophy and ghosts with customized ‘Ghostbusters’...
A boy who has been fighting Muscular Dystrophy his whole life can now do so while fighting ghosts, living through his favorite movie on his newly customized ‘Ghostbusters’ wheelchair. The reveal took...
View ArticleSon grew his hair to make a wig for mom who underwent radiation therapy
In 2018, Matt Shaha graduated from a university that required short hair for men and was excited about growing a magnificent mane. But then, over lunch with his family — including his mom, who lost...
View Article7-year-old credited with saving toddler from drowning
Massiah Browne, a 7-year-old boy, is being hailed as a hero for potentially saving the life of a toddler in a California swimming pool. Massiah recounted to ABC’s “Good Morning America” the actions he...
View Article‘Give a Child a Book’ campaign helps fuel dreams, plants seeds for success
At age 1, Isabella Higgins may not be able to read just yet, but her dad, Noah, knows she can comprehend the power of words on a page. “It does create some comprehension as to ‘this is something we do...
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These states allow kids to take mental health days from school
You probably wouldn’t send your child to school with a fever or upset stomach, but would you keep them home if they were anxious or depressed? Several states have implemented policies to allow mental...
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All these celebrity Little Golden Books are under $6
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How to have an at-home spa day for kids and teens
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At what age can you leave kids home alone?
Leaving your child home alone for the first time is a fairly major milestone in a parent’s journey, as it means a lot more freedom and independence — for everyone involved. But it can be hard to...
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How to turn Peeps into edible play dough
No Easter candy stash is complete with Peeps, the iconic marshmallow confection. But once the egg hunts are over, the leftover ham is gone and you’re done indulging in the neon-sprinkled-coated...
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This easy candy grapes recipe makes a colorful and refreshing treat
Need a little help getting your kids to eat their fruit? Or maybe you just want to turn an old family favorite into a fun party snack? Either way, we’ve got the solution: Turn your grapes into candy...
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These colorful Jell-O cookies are fun and easy to make with kids
If you’re looking for an at-home project you can do with your kids that is fun, easy and edible, you’ll want to try out these rainbow Jell-O cookies. Jenn of Princess Pinky Girl shared her version of...
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