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From outdoor exploration to summer enrichment to computer coding, online camps keep kids busy, learning, and having fun.

The idea of media literacy may not seem to mix with the fun of TV and movies. But when kids relate to the content, they're more engaged...

How's this for a scary statistic: Studies show that kids as young as 5 say they don’t like their bodies. We need to raise body-positive kids!

It's understandable if you don't feel like putting on a happy face every day and keeping your kids optimistic about the future. But don't give up.

Though it's best to start encouraging kids to be lifelong learners when they're little, it's never too late.

If you're planning to dip back into the nostalgia zone with your kids, be prepared to discuss issues like sexual assault and consent when they come up.

How do you talk about sexual harassment if you haven't even talked about sex?

For kids with special needs, video games can offer opportunities to practice everything from communication skills to organization.

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