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Why Kids Need Chores to be Successful in Life

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39 Outside Activities for Kids to do Independently in the Summer

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Toddlers are eager helpers! Take advantage of this stage by getting your toddler involved in chores. Inside are seven tips for getting started on toddler chores, plus a free printable with age-appropriate chores. #kidschores #kidschoresbyage #kidschoresideas #parentingadvice #parentingtips

7 Tips to Help You Begin Toddler Chores Successfully

Toddler chores are a great way to introduce kids ... read more

Kids Chores

Chores are a great way to teach kids responsibility, independence, and self-sufficiency. Getting started with kids assigned chores can be challenging, but getting organized can help. Use one of these chore charts for kids to get started. #chorecharts #chorechartforkids #chorechartideas

13 of the Best Chore Charts for Kids

Getting kids to help with spring cleaning not only means less work for parents but also builds a life skill research says is necessary for kids' success. 8 Tips for Getting Kids to Help With Spring Cleaning

8 Tips For Getting Kids to Help With Cleaning

How to Motivate Kids to Do Chores (without paying them!): Paying kids for chores doesn't always work, and some research suggests it could do more harm than good. So what does work?

How to Motivate Kids to Do Chores (Without Paying Them!)

Toddlers are eager helpers! Take advantage of this stage by getting your toddler involved in chores. Inside are seven tips for getting started on toddler chores, plus a free printable with age-appropriate chores. #kidschores #kidschoresbyage #kidschoresideas #parentingadvice #parentingtips

7 Tips to Help You Begin Toddler Chores Successfully

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Raising Kids

If I could go back in time to when I was a new mother, this is the parenting advice I'd give myself.

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How to Manage Your Kids’ Technology Confidently (Even if You’re Really Not)

Everything you need to know about the recommended guidelines for leaving children home alone. Also includes information about how to determine if your child is ready.

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The Best Parenting Books to Raise Grounded, Successful Kids: A list of the best parenting books with advice on how to raise kids who are grounded, self-sufficient, and successful.

The Best Parenting Books to Raise Grounded, Successful Kids

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Books

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Kids and Money

How to Raise Kids Who Are the Opposite of Spoiled: New York Times Columnist Ron Lieber wants to help parents raise kids who are both money-savvy and grounded in his book "The Opposite of Spoiled".

How to Raise Kids Who are the Opposite of Spoiled

Should You Give Your Teen a Credit Card?: Whether to give a teen a credit card isn't an easy decision. Here's a step-by-step guide to determining if your teen should have a credit card. And some tips on how to be successful if you do decide it's the right choice for your family.

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How to Teach Kids to Save Their Money

Is your teen eager to make some money? Teens can make money from the comfort of home with these online money-making ideas. Includes how-to guides to specific professions and advice on how to keep teens safe online.

How to Make Money Online as a Teen

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