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America's Tot Chefs, Parents |
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While you're stirring up soup or making a batch of cookies, let the little ones into the kitchen for some tasty, hands-on learning. |
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Band of Mothers, Parents |
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Joining a moms' group is a great way to find the friendship and support you need during your baby's first year. |
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Tired of Waiting? American Baby |
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Here's what you need to know if you're thinking about inducing. |
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From Stubborn to Sweet, Parents |
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Defiance, power struggles. They're all so 2008! To help your kid stick to your limits, make these smart resolutions in the new year. |
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Standing the Test of Time, FamilyFun |
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History can be a little dull -- unless it's disguised as time travel. |
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Get Paid to Party, Parents |
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A new breed of mompreneurs is making money by hosting fun events where they sell cool stuff. Find out how you can get a piece of the action. |
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Think Inside the Box, Wondertime |
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Packing a bento for your baby is a smart way to make lunch fun. |
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Look Who's Talking, Parents |
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This year your baby's language skills will grow by leaps and bounds. |
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Homeschool Diaries, Parents |
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Nearly 2 million kids learn in the living room instead of the classroom. Find out why these families decided to homeschool -- and how they make it work. |
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Do The Math, Parents |
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Counting isn't the only skill that young kids need to learn. Try these fun measurement games on for size. |
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Time for a Trim? Parents |
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Avoid meltdowns, and help make your child's first haircut an occasion to remember. |
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Check, Please! Parents |
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Don't be afraid to eat out with your toddler. Here's advice on how to handle whatever dining drama she dishes out. |
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Growing Green Kids, Better Homes & Gardens |
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Help kids explore the outdoors, improve the environment, and learn to love nature. |
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Please Don't Do That!, Parents |
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Toddlers sometimes do the most inappropriate things. Here's how to handle those embarrassing moments. |
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Don't Be a Victim, Parents |
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A mom isn't immune to crime--in fact, you could be a prime target. |
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JabberJot, FamilyFun |
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Create wacky stories with this fun game. |
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Fun With Fitness, Parents |
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These great indoor games will get your preschooler moving all winter long. |
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Get Ready to Read, Parents |
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Your kid may be years away from tackling Harry Potter, but you can instill a love of books now. |
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Tri This, Wondertime |
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Let your child explore geometry through fun experimentation. |
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"We Use Radio to Save the Earth!", National Geographic Kids |
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Think only adults can make a difference? Here's how three kids use their radio programs to save the Earth. |
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Battling Education Boredom, FamilyFun |
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Help your child stop yawning through flash card drills by introducing math with mythological battle cards. |
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A Winning Remake of a Classic Film, FamilyFun |
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The new Lassie movie can share enduring themes with today's turbo-charged kids. |
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Beware of the Dog, Parents |
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Does your child know how to behave around a dog? Here's how to teach your child dog-friendly behavior that could prevent a bite. |
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Hands-on Learning, Parents |
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Try to talk to your children about healthy habits, and they'll probably tune you out. But show them these simple experiments, and they'll really learn why it's so important to wash their hands and wear sunscreen. |
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Dressing for Two, Parents |
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Before you start choosing adorable outfits for your newborn, there's someone else to dress: you. |
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Two Under 2, American Baby |
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The ups and downs of having kids close in age. |
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Plant Kits for Budding Green Thumbs, FamilyFun |
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These magical plant kits will engage your child's green thumb. |
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Earth Day Bars , FamilyFun |
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Celebrate the planet's natural delights by baking a batch of these sweet snacks filled with a harvest of ingredients from all around the world. |
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Counting Games, Parents |
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Teach your child to love numbers with these fun, everday activities. |
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Tabletop Games, FamilyFun |
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Bad weather keeping your kids indoors? Create a major-league play area right on the kitchen table. |
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Buy or Borrow?
Parents |
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Are your
baby's hand-me-downs safe -- or accidents waiting to happen? |
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What Dad Really Wants, FamilyFun |
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Create a compact photo wallet card for Dad to use as a portable album. |
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Now Fear This!
American Baby |
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An age-by-age
guide to what worries your child -- and why. |
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Call of the
Wild, FamilyFun |
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This
noisy twist on Categories, a campfire favorite, will have everyone hee-hawing
with laughter. |
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Super Seedlings,
FamilyFun |
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Test
the power of super-seedlings! Tiny sprouts may seem delicate, but they're
really mighty mites in disguise. Explore the power of these super-seedlings
by having a sprout race. |
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Cuddle Control,
Parents |
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Buried
in an avalanche of stuffed pals? This story offers some quick and easy ways
to organize, clean, repair, and -- gasp! -- donate excess toys. |
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The Boy Who
Couldn't Love, Family Circle |
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Michael
was an angry baby who refused to be cuddled or soothed until Jennifer taught
him how to trust. |
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Shy Kids, Parents |
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Sports,
school trips, and even playdates can all be tough of kids who shrink from
the spotlight. Here's how to coax your child out of his shell and help him
shine. |
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Beach Explorers'
Edens, FamilyFun |
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These
beaches offer more than just sun, sand, and surf. They're also home to a
host of natural treasures kids will love to discover. |
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