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How do you talk about sexual harassment if you haven't even talked about sex?
Read...For kids with special needs, video games can offer opportunities to practice everything from communication skills to organization.
Read...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.
Read...From outdoor exploration to summer enrichment to computer coding, online camps keep kids busy, learning, and having fun.
Read...A typical teen's day includes up to nine hours of texting, gaming, watching videos, and posting on multiple social networks — even while doing homework. It's enough to make you wonder: Is my kid addicted to technology? Read...
Inspired ways for families to embrace and celebrate the spirit of the season — and beyond. Read...
Eight clever and creative ideas for making reading time as fascinating as screen time. Read...
Online spaces can be confusing, scary, and shaky. Here are some ideas for you to discuss with your kids and tips to handle hate speech.
Read...Eight ideas to make your device more usable for kids with special needs.
Read...The trick is to downsize -- not demolish -- your family's reliance on technology over the holidays. Read...