Science Activities for Kids
Cool summer science projects to keep your kids in learning mode while they are away from school.
Elementary Years
Beat the Summer Heat with a Cool Book
Carolina Parent Associate Editor Carol McGarrahan offers her picks for summer books for young kids, including some with easy craft projects.
In Defense of Culture: Instilling the Arts in Children
If you've ever had to argue the case for wearing pajamas at bedtime, you'll empathize with this Dad's predicament.
Tips for Traveling with Young Children
Safety tips for traveling with kids by air, on the road or visiting relatives this summer.
Go Play Outside: Five Ways to Get Your Kids Outdoors
Five free (or almost) ways to encourage your kids to play and explore outdoors.
Dads: Grab a Book, Build a Reader
Great suggestions for books dads can read to their children this Father's Day!
Responding to Embarrassing TV Commercials
What should a parent do or say when kids see ads about feminine hygiene and erectile dysfunction on the TV?
Tips for Tackling Speech Delays
How to recognize if your child has a speech delay and how to tackle the problem.
Simple Birthday Traditions for Your Child
Create special celebrations your kids will treasure with these easy party tips and simple traditions.
How Do I Help My Child Play Alone?
Discover normal habits of child's play and learn tips for easing your child's transition to independent play.
Outdoor Themes and Spring Reading
As Earth Day approaches, here are earthy-friendly selections to encourage an appreciation of nature in young readers.
Love Notes with Dead Presidents
A young philanthropist's donation makes such an impression that a dad tries to re-create that impact on his kids.
See Exotic Animals in North Carolina
Discover exotic creatures and the great outdoors at the Conservators Center in Caswell County.
How to Gauge Social Skills in Preschoolers
How can you be sure your shy preschooler has the social skills needed to enter kindergarten?
Soccer Injury Rates Increasing
Discover how can parents can protect their kids with soccer injury rates on the rise.
Explore the Environment with Your Kids
Local resources make it easy to learn and appreciate the great outdoors in the Triangle.
Teaching Kids About Money
Help your child understand the value of money and discover tips on making the most of allowances.
Pitch In to Clean Up
Discover ways your family can "go green" at several 2010 Earth Day events in the Triangle.
Sizing Up Boo-Boos Big and Small
Area experts share tips on when childhood injuries are easy to soothe or when you need to see a professional.
Does Your Child Have Asthma?
In North Carolina, 10 percent of children have asthma. Learn the triggers, treatment and exercises that help.
Help Active Boys Focus on Homework
By considering personal preferences, parents can help homework be less loathsome for young, energetic students.
Helping a Child Become Independent
The four stages of dependence offers a guideline for parents trying to decide how best to foster their child's independence.
Dad's Eye View: Yearning for a Rodeo
One dad reflects on his childhood with his father and the difference between parenting different sexes.
What You Should Know About Online Self-Defense
What kids (and parents) need to know to navigate safely online and avoid threatening situations.
