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Is there any day of the year that kids look forward to more than a snow day? After the...
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5 Ways to Handle Holiday Shopping
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6 Ways to Save Money on Entertainment and Gifts This Holiday
The holiday season is upon us -- and so is a pretty painful economy. Whether it's family...
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(11.21.11)
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Help a Grandma Out: How to Communicate Your Media Gift Rules This Holiday
One holiday, when my superhero-loving son was 4, a well-meaning family member gave him a...
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70+ Gift Ideas for Every Kid on Your List
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What We Love: Great Stuff to Share
When you walk into the Common Sense Media offices, some of the first things you notice...
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What We Love for a Laugh
Every parent remembers their baby's first smile. And there's nothing better than...
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What We Love: When History Comes Alive
Memorizing facts and figures often makes learning history a chore for kids. It's the...
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Caroline Knorr
(2.17.11)
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What We Love for Valentine's Day
Surprising your kids with a Valentine's Day treat is one of the sweetest perks of...
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Caroline Knorr
(2.8.11)
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Resolutions for an Online Family
I discovered over the holidays that my husband is a bigger nerd than I realized. How...
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(1.6.11)
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Best Kids' Gifts: How to Avoid Giving an Inappropriate Gift
Who among us hasn't spent hours online, trying to pick the perfect gift for the kids...
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(11.19.10)
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