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Diverse Voices

Children’s Books to Read All Year Long

Fun and Exploration with The King of Random

5 Strategies for Building a Growth Mindset in Your Child

5 Ways to Pick Toys that Support Development

5 Tips to Help Your Family Escape Through Reading

Colorblindness is a Myth: Talk to Your Children About Race

5 Fun Writing Prompts for Kids

5 Ways to Help Children Find the Path to Positivity

How Families Can Safely Make Outdoor Play a Priority this Summer

In ‘The Ocean in Your Bathtub,’ Each Page Makes a Splash

Simple Steps to Changing Unwanted Behavior

Touch-Screen Generation Still Good at Face Time

Why Play is More Powerful Than Ever Right Now

Lynette Hoy: Developing Toys that Develop Young Minds

‘Connoisseur Kids’ Transforms the Way We Teach Kids Manners

5 Ways to Discover Your Child’s Academic Passion and Career Potential

Letting Kids Explore Their Sense of Style

Words Matter When Communicating With Your Child

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6 Tips for Private School Applications

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HBO’s ‘FOSTER’ Reveals Complexity of Foster Care in L.A.

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How Pint-Size Influencers Mila & Emma Took Over Instagram

7 Reasons to Join a Parent Support Group

socal zoos

Adventures in SoCal’s Zoos: Planning your Attack with Toddlers

raising a child author

Six Telltale Signs Your Kid Is a Writer

7 Steps to Becoming a Well-Behaved Parent

kids grieve

Camp Erin-LA Gives Kids a Place to Grieve Loss

sibling rivalry

A Book that Celebrates Sibling Rivalry

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Grey and Ray: Remodeling Fashion for Boys

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Modern Manners for Kids in Los Angeles

Mother Nature vs Materialism with Netiya

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Mommy and Me Spa Day in Los Angeles: Share the Ahhhhh

kindness and kids

Children’s Book Portrays Kindness as Heroic

mean girls

New Book Addresses ‘Mean Girl’ Effect in Early Years

5 Tips for Protecting Your Children During Your Divorce

having more kids

On Having More Kids: When Baby Makes Four

#MeToo

Helping Boys Get the #MeToo Message

kids and chores

Can the Kids Pitch In? Kids and Chores

Down syndrome

Kid Podcast ‘Brains On!’ Explores Down Syndrome

kids social life

Kids’ Social Life at School: Helping Your Child Manage Without Meddling

race talk with kids

Having the Race Talk with Kids: Parenting Resources by Age

confident kids

Five Ways to Help Your Child Build Confidence

Aligning Your Kids’ Enrichment With Your Big-Picture Goals

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Growing Tomorrow’s Leaders

kids and chores

Kids and Chores: In Defense of the Sticker Chart

Our Breakfast-to-Bedtime Back to School Guide

A Divorce Lawyer’s Tips for Parenting Through Kid Conflict

Raise Readers By Starting Your Own Book Club

fatherhood

Stephen “tWitch” Boss: On the Joys of Fatherhood

Father’s Day When Father Isn’t there

Geocaching With Kids for Outdoor Fun In L.A.

When the News Is Scary or Confusing

saying sorry

Beyond Saying Sorry: A More Meaningful Path to Conflict Resolution

parenting - Margot Machol Bisnow

Margot Machol Bisnow: On Raising Entrepreneurs

parenting - Omar and Argelia

K-Love’s Dynamic Duo Share Their On-Air and At-Home Magic

kids financial

Four L.A. Programs That Teach Kids Financial Savvy

home learning activities for kids

Digital vs. Analog: At-Home Learning Activities for Kids

parenting

5 Common-Sense Tips For Raising Great Kids

parenting

Giving Your Child The Power to Say No

L.A. Dad Adds Gift to Princess Heroes Book Series

positive parenting

Finding Diversity in Children’s Books

A Family Legacy Worth Leaving Behind

parenting

Dealing With Tragic News

On the Record: What Mom Really Wants for Mother’s Day

Doc Talk: Why There Are No Accidents

Read Aloud Like a Rock Star

A Plea for More Old-Fashioned Play

Mary McNamara: A Mom With a Critical Eye on TV

Fun ideas for kids - Communigift

CommuniGift Helps Birthday Boys and Girls “Gift Back”

Keeping It Real For Your Child Actor

Tips For Buying Your Child an Instrument

Dr. Shefali Tsabary: Promoting ‘Conscious’ Parenting

What To Do When Your Kids Argue

Have a Fabulous Fiesta Birthday!

Stop Over-Parenting and Raise An Adult

Local Programs That Give Girls a Voice

Teaching Kids To Speak Up

Don’t Neglect Essential Social-Skills Development

How Failure Improves Homework Habits

Taking the Perfect Family Photo: Photographers Give Their Advice

Teach Life Skills This Summer

Finding Quality Childcare in L.A.

The Value of Pretend Play

Girl Playing Tennis

Empowering Our Daughters