Your child is likely to wear a backpack at least nine months out of the year, and if that backpack is doing harm to their body, and you could do something about it, you would. The following is a look at things you can do to ensure backpack safety for your child so that they do … [Read more...] about More Backpack Safety Tips
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Schools, Piercings and Your Child
Many parents and school age kids can't help but ask themselves if schools are overstepping their bounds by enforcing piercing rules. Is it within the school's rights to make judgements on whether or not kids can have a piercing? Piercings are not protected by the first amendment. … [Read more...] about Schools, Piercings and Your Child
Social Networking Safety Tips for Kids
As parents we all have a strong desire to protect our children, especially when it comes to the Internet. Social networking continues to grow in popularity and children are attracted to it because it's a great way to interact with their friends and to make new friends. Children … [Read more...] about Social Networking Safety Tips for Kids
Toys and Games that Help Teach the Alphabet
Teaching your child the ABCs is a fun and rewarding time for both you and your child. There are many different methods to teach the ABCs and it is always best to go at your child's pace. Let's look at some fun toys and games to teach the ABCs.Alphabet puzzles made from wood are a … [Read more...] about Toys and Games that Help Teach the Alphabet
Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms?
As a parent I can honestly say that I am a little torn on the idea of whether or not a child should have to wear a school uniform. In many aspects it is great. It helps promote equality at school, and lets kids stand out for things that are more under their control than the cost … [Read more...] about Should Students Have to Wear School Uniforms?
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