Children & Development

By FPAEdit

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It's a wonderful to be able to say, "Go play in the backyard!" It's even better when the children can create a whole fantasy world on their backyard play structure. But there are so many options for play structures these days, read on for some ... more »

How to Create Your Own Free Hannah Montana Coloring Pages with GIMP

By amomsclub

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You may not think you can create your own coloring book pages from simple photos of your child’s favorite star, but you can! Kids love to color and coloring is an easy and fun way for kids to express their creativity, not to mention it keeps them ... more »

How to deal with controlling children

By Natalie Hernandez

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Controlling children are usually a product of their parents. They tend to mirror the parents personality, this is not true in all cases but many. Ways that you can deal with your controlling child are talking to them. Ask them why they feel the ... more »

How to Encourage Friendships Between Preschoolers

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Unlike the parallel-play exhibited by babies and toddlers, preschoolers are more adept with engaging in active play and forming peer bonds. Relationships between preschoolers are forged through common interests, such as favorite toys, rather than ... more »

How to Find a Piano Teacher for a Child

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Finding your child the best piano teacher possible may benefit him in many ways. Research indicates that children who take piano lessons receive cognitive benefits in addition to learning music. Locate a quality piano and help your child in more ... more »

How to Find Asperger’s Support in Cleveland

By Nancy Larson Larson

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Asperger's syndrome (AS) is a neurobiological disorder regarded by most researchers as a mild form of autism. It is characterized by difficulty with social interactions and highly specific interests that may seem obsessive. Children with ... more »

How to Heal Child Molestation

By Jimmiemack

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They came to my home, all three of them. Ages 8, little girl, little boys, ages 5 and 7. They had all be molested. The little girl by her father at age 3. Both boys ages 5 and 7, by their Mom's boyfriend's kids at his house. Where were the adults ... more »

How to Help a Child Face Fat Prejudice

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Most parents know that kids can pick on one another at school and it can be even more difficult if your child is overweight. It's especially hard if they feel left out or different from other children at home. So, as a parent, the responsibility ... more »

How to help your child build a strong personality

By muthanna

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the best thing you can do to your child is to help him build a strong personality... more »

How to Identify if Your Child Has Dyslexia

By eHow Health Editor

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Like most learning disabilities, dyslexia is composed of several symptoms and warning signs. Most students suffering from dyslexia will not exhibit all of the warning signs and each student's symptoms will differ... more »

How to Increase a Child's Vocabulary

By eHow Parenting Editor

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An average American three-year-old knows about 1,000 words. By the time he reaches adulthood, this average American know between 30,000 and 60,000 words. You can help your child develop a better-than-average vocabulary without spending hours on ... more »

How to Instill Good Work Ethics in Your Children

By Civita Dyer Dyer

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Instilling a good work ethic in children did not pose such a problem in the pioneer days when everyone in the family had to work together to raise animals and work the fields. However, with the increasing use of technology in homes across our ... more »

How to Keep Children From Waking Up Too Early

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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For most parents the pitter patter of little feet running across the bedroom floor, followed by an energetic, "Good morning!" is both adorable and distressing at the same time. If your child rises before the sun, there are a few things that you ... more »

How to Keep Kids Fit Without Organized Sports

By Melanie Marten

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Joining an organized team sport is a great way for kids to stay fit. But there are kids who are not interested in organized sports. What can they do to stay fit?.. more »

How to Make Use of Your Double Printed Photos

By Kristina N

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If you order double printed photographs, you probably have the extras taking up space or sitting around. It's such a waste of money to pay for doubles if you are not going to display them. I have created photo albums for each of my children, ... more »

How to Plan a Trip to the Fort Worth Children's Science Museum

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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The Fort Worth Science Museum is bursting with fun activities for adults and children. By taking some time to plan your day, you can alleviate some stress and frustration that naturally comes when spending a busy day with children. Some of the ... more »

How to Play With Children

By eHow Parenting Editor

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To an adult, play is at best a luxury and at worst a waste of time. But to a child it's serious business. He learns about the world and how he fits into it through play. It's vital to your child's development to let him play, and to join in from ... more »

How to Potty-Train Young Girls

By DreamLiving

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Is your female child or toddler afraid of the potty? Is she jealous watching her brother use the urinal potty to dunk Fruit Loops? This article will show your female in potty-training that she's a magical princess in Potty Land... more »

How to Raise a Helpful Child

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Parenting is a constant balancing act. You want your children to be helpful, but you also want the work done to your standard. Read on for some suggestions on how to raise a child who is helpful... more »

How to Stop Teeth Grinding in a Child

By eHow Parenting Editor

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While bruxism, or teeth grinding, is very common among children, and often disappears by itself over time, it can cause several long-term issues, such as chipped teeth, jaw pain and severe headaches. Follow these steps to help your child to stop ... more »

How to Teach a Baby to Throw a Ball

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Teaching a baby to throw a ball is fairly simple. The only part that is remotely difficult is being patient, since it will probably take a baby a while to learn how to throw the ball. With time, not only will the baby be able to throw the ball, ... more »

How to Teach a Child Compassion

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Learning about compassion and sympathy early in life builds ethical character, reduces violence and cultivates a sense of confidence in children. In today's violent world, parents have the moral obligation to educate their children about ... more »

How to Teach a Child Subtraction

By eHow Education Editor

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Subtraction does not have to be a difficult concept to teach. The opposite of addition can be made fun if taught to age appropriate children or those who seem interested or ready. Subtraction, like everything else that you want to teach ... more »

How to Teach a Child to Pray

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Teaching a child to pray is an important skill that he or she will use throughout life. In times of happiness, times of need and times of sorrow, this is one of the greatest gifts you can give a youngster. Follow these steps to teach a child to pray... more »

How to Teach A Child to Say R’s

By Henry

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The R’s are often the last thing to be developed in young children around the age of three or four. Kids will say “caw” instead of “car,” for example. Some parents may be worried that it’s a speech impediment, but this isn’t true. It can be fixed... more »

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