Elementary Articles

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• 10 Tips to Deal with BullyingBy Thomas WeckHow you, as a parent can cope and assist your child.
• 5 Party IdeasBy Holly MacLeanFor an unforgettable bash.
• 8 Creative Tips for Easier School LunchesBy Mabel's LabelsBefore tackling the job, grab a cup of coffee and peruse this helpful list.
• 8 TipsBy Jess MichaelsFor preparing your child for a successful camp experience.
• A Marathon, Not a SprintBy Rafe EsquithTeaching patience in school and out.
• Adding Up to GreatnessBy Robert SunStrategies and technology to help kids succeed in math.
• Art Education in Future AmericaBy Lynne Manouvrier, Ed.D.An in-depth look at parental perspectives on the impact of visual arts education.
• Back to SchoolBy Brooke StoneEmbrace a new routine.
• Back-to-School CoolBy Kayla MossienCelebrate fall with fabulous kids' fashions.
• Becoming BilingualBy Naomi Steiner, M.D., and Susan L. HayesThe perks of learning two languages as a child.
• Birthdays Under the SunBy Penny WarnerFool-proof party planning in any weather.
• Breaks, Sprains and FracturesBy Terri PilcherHelping your child remain injury-free when playing sports.
• Camp ConsiderationsBy Alan SaltzA program director shares expert advice.
• Camp FriendshipsBy Jess MichaelsHow lifelong bonds are forged in the summer.
• Camp SessionsBy Jess MichaelsWhich duration is right for your child?
• Children’s DiscoveryBy Carole HowellEngaging tips for museum trips.
• Coaster CraftBy Angeli ZankelCreate a Father's Day gift with fabulous form and function.
• Confronting BullyingBy Rick D. Niece, Ph.D.Tactics to prevent the problem among our kids.
• Cool CampersBy Scott ArizalaSummer programs have myriad benefits.
• Coronavirus Resources for ParentsBy Get the latest news, information, and ideas for what to do with kids home from school.
• Do You Play An Instrument?By Laura YehBuilding kids' minds with music.
• Early LanguageBy Elizabeth McCrea, Ph.D, CCC-SLPThe key to children's literacy.
• Family CampingBy National SAFE KIDS CampaignHow to make this outdoor summer excursion fun and safe!
• Family DynamicsBy Shannon TorresWhat does the order in which your children were born say about them?
• Fighting BackBy Paul StanleyWhat you should tell your kids about preventing abductions.
• First Time at CampBy Peg SmithIntroducing kids to a place built just for them.
• First Time at Camp?By Bob Ditter, LCSWTalking with your child about what to expect.
• Getting Ready For CampBy The American Camp AssociationWhat to pack for the summer excursion.
• Getting SchooledBy Janna TaylorTips on choosing a tutor.
• Girls and STEMBy Andrea BeatyWhy we need more females in certain fields.
• Green SchoolsBy Heather Hansen O’NeillWhy your child should be getting an eco-friendly education.
• Growth SpurtBy Lorell Gordon, MS, M.Ed.Guiding your child through puberty.
• Handling StressBy KidsHealthWhat you should know about your kids’ coping skills.
• Happy Camper?By Kayla MossienDealing with homesickness and summer separation anxiety.
• Head CasesBy Risa BarashTips to prevent and treat lice.
• Hip or Hype?By George Abrahams, Ph.D., and Sheila AhlbrandGender messages in the media.
• Holiday BluesBy Dr. Robert GoldblattEasy steps to happy celebrating.
• Homework HelpBy Louise WeadockTips to improve focus.
• Homework WoesBy Joan RooneyAssisting students with assignments.
• How to Help Children Prepare for their First ExamsBy Jennifer Dawson
• I Can’t Take It Anymore!By Sandy Saintonge, M.D.Help for parents on managing childhood stress.
• I Love YouBy Chick Moorman and Thomas HallerHow to say it with meaning.
• Identifying An Early Learning DisabilityBy Wendy BurtAnd how you can help at home.
• In the DarkBy Jeffrey Byrne, RTWhat to expect if your child needs an MRI.
• In the Heat of CompetitionBy Dr. Paul WeissThe role of sportsmanship in youth sports today.
• In the MoneyBy Del WilliamsMaximizing school fundraising efforts.
• Is Your Child Ready for Camp?By Jess MichaelsQuestions for parents to consider.
• Is Your School Safe?By Cheli Cerra, M.Ed.Tips for parents on school safety.
• Joe Boxer Meets Sean JohnBy Elisa Medhus, M.D.Are we raising brand followers?
• Kids and CarsBy Keeping kids safe in and around motor vehicles.
• Kids Stumped & Slumped Midway Through the School Year?By Rhona M. Gordon, MS, CC/SLPHow to stay organized all year long.
• Kindergarten CountdownBy Jessica BaldisPrep for your tot’s first day of school.
• Let Kids be KidsBy Rebecca DesfosseThe power of unstructured play.
• LiceBy Amy HunterUnderstanding lice and how to treat it.
• Little LearnersBy Dr. Emily LevyGetting your child ready for kindergarten.
• Living the DreamBy Frank CorradoAn innovative music program in Westchester schools.
• Making FriendsBy Louise Weadock6 ways to encourage your child to be social in programs.
• Making MusicBy Leila VissHow to tell when your child is ready for lessons.
• Media LiteracyBy Nicole ClarkSelf-esteem in a broadcast world.
• Mental Illness or Bad Behavior?By Domenick J. Maglio, Ph.D.Are parents medicating instead of disciplining?
• Money in the BankBy Joline GodfreyTeaching children about finances.
• Music and Your ChildBy Wendell YuponceFinding an ideal instructor and instrument.
• Music to my EarsBy Amy IwanoThe many benefits of music for children.
• No Party PoopersBy Marti Olsen Laney, Psy.D.Helping your shy child have fun at special occasions.
• Numbers SenseBy Larry MartinekHow to know when your child needs help with math.
• Numbers SenseBy Scott HeifetzBoosting math skills during summertime.
• One Tic At a TimeBy Dylan PetersGrowing up with Tourette Syndrome.
• Online ParentingBy Tamara SchmitzDo you check your child's social networking?
• Online PredatorsBy M. Fahim SiddiquiAre they loitering in the virtual playgrounds of cyberspace?
• OOOPS!By Dr. Jack CassellDoes your child have a bedwetting problem?
• Out Of ControlBy Dave Zlegler, Ph.D.When you have a difficult child living in your home.
• Parent AlertBy Mary L. Pulido, Ph.D.Steps to take if you think a child is being abused.
• Parenting in the Internet EraBy Gabe LuuSteps you should take to protect your children.
• Pediatric Mental Disorders Part 2By Henry A. Paul, M.D.The appointment and diagnosis.
• Playground SafetyBy David ReevesA checklist of guidelines and cautions.
• Playing Games and Making Friends at CampBy Kathleen, Laura and Mary FraserHow play fosters friendships.
• Pro Party TipsBy Alison SmithAvoid birthday burnout.
• Program PointersBy Jamie SirkinInsight for choosing extracurricular activities.
• Racing Toward BracesBy Gina Roberts-GreyWhen should your child visit the orthodontist?
• Raising a Charitable ChildBy Carol Weisman, MSW, C.S.P.Teach your children about philanthropy through these fun and easy projects.
• Reluctant ReadersBy Allison C. Dankner, MS.E.d, Psy.B.S.
• Room to GrowBy Claudia KandelRedecorating your toddler’s bedroom for the years to come.
• Say Goodbye and Please Don’t CryBy Blythe LipmanSeparation anxiety and your toddler.
• Scary NightsBy Martha Heineman Pieper, Ph.D.What to do when your child wakes with a bad dream.
• School AssignmentsBy Ana HomayounTactics for turning excuses into academic success.
• School TiesBy Richard Selznick, Ph.D.Easing the struggles of shut-down learners.
• School's in SessionBy Laura CobbStarting your child off on the right foot!
• School's OutBy Frances Nankin and Carey BolsterBut the time is right to sharpen children’s math skills.
• Science of PlayBy Louise WeadockCreate sensory-rich experiences for maximum learning.
• Sealed with a KissBy Mary Jo KurtzTwelve ideas for sending camp care packages.
• See HereBy Linda LaubePreventing eye injuries during sports.
• Selective MutismBy Jonathan Berent, LCSW, ACSWA child's silent scream.
• Selective MutismBy Marian B. Moldan, LCSW-RA challenging yet treatable silence.
• Self-DefenseBy Charley and Tracy VegaTeaching kids about personal safety.
• Skills That Come in HandyBy Jan Z. Olsen, OTRHow handwriting fosters school success.
• Smartphones in Tiny HandsBy Frederick S. LaneProtecting your child from cell phone dangers.
• Sneaky ScienceBy Cy TymonyNurturing kids’ creativity with everyday objects.
• Social AggressionBy Ted Zeff, Ph.D.Six warning signs your child is being bullied.
• Starting the School Year StrongBy Stacy DeBroffPointers for classroom success from start to finish.
• Staying Safe on the PlaygroundBy Miriam SonenscheinAvoid injury at home and at school.
• Sticks and StonesBy Myrna B. Shure, Ph.D.The feared class bullies and their victims.
• Sticks and StonesBy Steve Breakstone and Michael DreiblattHow to respond if your child is bullied.
• Struggling With ReadingBy Paul B. Yellin, M.D., FAAPDoes my child have dyslexia?
• Study SessionsBy Ashley LeedsThe fundamentals of instilling good homework habits.
• Study SkillsBy Allen RabinovichHelp your struggling student.
• Success at SchoolBy Asa ZanattaMaking the most of your child’s early years.
• Summer Camp Done RightBy Dr. Christopher ThurberPreparing for a successful camp experience.
• Summer in the SunBy Dr. JJ Levenstein M.D., FAAPPreparing kids for a safe and healthy camp experience.
• Summer LearningBy Leslie Asher BlairChoosing programs to help your child make strides.
• Summer ReadingBy Elaine Meyers, M.Ed.Learning to love books.
• Sunny Days AheadBy Catherine Pearlman, LMSWPreparing children for the camp experience.
• Talk Therapy Part IIBy Erica L. Fener, Ph.D.How parents can assist with speech therapy.
• Talking Bits and BytesBy Richard ColeEducating children about Web safety.
• Text-iquetteBy Vicki CourtneyRaising cell phone-mannered kids.
• The Belle of the BallBy Penny WarnerHow to host a pretty-in-pink princess party.
• The Benefits of Playing a Musical InstrumentBy Talonda Thomas, Ph.D.
• The Best Care PossibleBy Julie PowersDeveloping a positive relationship with your childcare provider.
• The Facts of LiceBy Carol GilbertKeep the little bugs at bay.
• The First DayBy Virgina BowerSend your kid off to kindergarten on the right foot.
• The Great Family DisconnectBy Chick Moorman and Thomas HallerThe stranger in your child’s life.
• The New Kid in SchoolBy Cassi DenariEasing your child through the transition.
• The Perks of PlayBy Joanna Dolgoff, M.D.Keeping kids active and eating well.
• The Pros of ProgramsBy Ed TurneyWhy after-school activities matter.
• The Responsibility FactorBy Beth ElgortMental healthcare and school violence.
• When You Are at WorkBy Ruth EisnerWhat is the right type of child care for your family?
• Winter AdventuresBy Donna GermanWhere to go and what to do when the weather gets frosty.
• Young VolunteersBy Lara KrupickaHow kids benefit from serving the community.