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After a tragic event left her family devastated and emotionally handicapped, a mother shares how she's raising boys to openly express their emotions.

How to Empower Boys to Express Their Emotions Freely

by Cara Martinisi
Separation anxiety in children – especially young children – is so challenging. Here's how to handle your child's separation anxiety in a positive, caring way. 

A Gentle, Empowering Approach to Handling Children’s Separation Anxiety

by Leah Porritt
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

by Kerry
intrinsic motivation in kids

How to Raise Kids Who Are Motivated to Work Hard on Their Own

by Christina Clemer
These money games for kids teach valuable lessons while still being fun.

12 of the Best Money Games for Kids

by Kerry
These budgeting games give kids a sneak peek into what it's like to live off of a budget in the real world. But beyond learning, these games are also fun!

5 Fun & Educational Budgeting Games for Kids

by Kerry
The first step in kids financial education is to learn how to distinguish and count money. The following counting money games can help kids master key concepts in counting coins and bills. 

6 of the Best (& Fun!) Counting Money Games for Kids

by Kerry

The (Super Easy) Trick to Help Kids Get Ready for School Independently

by Kerry
There's one skill that could make a huge difference in how happy, satisfied, and stress-free your child is as an adult.

This One Skill Could Make or Break Your Kids Adulthood – and You Can Teach it to Them

by Kerry
Helping your teen build credit will give them an advantage when borrowing for a student loan, taking out a mortgage or, even in some cases, finding employment in the future.

4 Smart Steps to Build Your Under-18-Year-Old’s Credit

by Kerry
Having kids make their own school lunches teaches them responsibility, time management and how to make healthy eating choices. 

Teach Your Kids to Make Their Own School Lunches

by Kerry
Quality eco-friendly gifts for kids and teens can be hard to find. These thirty-four presents are not only green but have lasting appeal.

39 Eco-Friendly Gifts for Kids of All Ages, Infants Through Teens

by Kerry
eco friendly school supplies

29 Eco-Friendly School Supplies for Kids

by Kerry
Expand your child's love of reading with one of these eleven children's book subscription boxes. 

11 Delightful Children’s Book Subscription Boxes

by Kerry

9 Awesome Science Subscription Boxes for Kids

by Kerry
educational subscription boxes for kids

24 of the Best Educational Subscription Boxes For Kids

by Kerry
Get your children's creative juices flowing with these nine art and craft subscription boxes for kids. 

9 Fun Art and Craft Subscription Boxes for Kids

by Kerry
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18 Children’s Books About African American History

by Kerry

How to Raise Responsible Kids Who Want to Help

by Kerry
confident kids

What Kids REALLY Need to be Confident, Independent, and Self-Reliant

by Kerry
advice for new mothers

Now That I’ve Been a Mother for Ten Years, Here’s What I’d Tell My Former Self

by Kerry

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

by Kerry
10 children's books about being courageous in the face of adversity

10 Children’s Books About Being Courageous in the Face of Adversity

by Kerry
Inside: Tips and insights about how to help your child deal with failure while still encouraging them to keep trying. 

How to Help Children Cope With Failure

by Kerry
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