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While every father hopes to see his child consistently earn straights As in the classroom, it's possible you might discover some less-than-stellar grades on a future report card. Recurrent Cs, Ds or those dreaded Fs could have you wondering what's going on with your son or daughter's academics. However, here are three knee-jerk reactions you should avoid in this … [Read more...] about Three mistakes to avoid when your child is struggling in school

Do you have a young brainiac in your family? If your child can dismantle complex calculus problems in a single bound or dissect dense Shakespearean tragedies without breaking a sweat, you may have considered the possibility of skipping a grade in school. While this can be a great way to put your little genius on the academic fast track, is it really the right move at this time? … [Read more...] about Should your child skip a grade? Pros and cons

These days, it seems like if kids aren't absorbed with a marathon of TV shows, then they're off playing video games or surfing the internet for hours. If this sounds like your household on a Saturday afternoon, you may be looking for ways to get your little ones out of the house and into a more active lifestyle. Though it's not as traditional as little league or a … [Read more...] about Should you consider yoga for your kids?

As a new father, your child's well-being is your responsibility. While looking at schools and saving for college might be the first things that come to mind, it's also important to make sure your baby receives the proper medical care so he or she can grow up healthy and strong. Vaccines are an important part of your little one's development, but misinformation … [Read more...] about Three common child vaccine myths debunked

Whether it happens in sixth or seventh grade in your school district, the transition from elementary to middle school can be a nerve-wracking time for many kids. It doesn't help that older kids have probably been filling your little one's head with middle school scare tactics - warning of rampant "swirleys" in the bathroom or doctorate-level homework … [Read more...] about What your child needs to know about middle school