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In Your School
Video Violence Online: Tips for Parents
Of all the wild videos kids watch on YouTube, some of the most disturbing are the ones of...
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Caroline Knorr
(3.12.12)
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Teachable Moments
Boys Don't Cry
My 5-year-old is one of those stereotypical boys. He loves cars, sports, bugs, burping,...
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Sierra Filucci
(2.21.12)
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Teachable Moments
Dirty Little Secrets: How Some Parents Bend Their Media Rules
Screen time limits. Movie ratings. Violent video games. With so many media issues to stay...
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Sierra Filucci
(1.24.12)
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Guest Blog
Talking to Your Child About 9/11: What Do You Need to Know?
Many parents are concerned about how to talk to their kids about the 10th anniversary of...
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Mary L. Pulido
(9.8.11)
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Smart Solutions
10 Cool Games That Are Uncool for Kids (and 10 Alternatives): End the Battle Over Holiday Wish Lists
Kids often give their parents major grief for crossing "cool" games off of...
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Caroline Knorr
(12.3.09)
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What Messages Are Your Kids Getting From Chris Brown and Rihanna?
Nothing says breakfast like discussing domestic violence with your 15-year-old son. But...
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Liz Perle
(3.11.09)
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The Big Issues
GRAND THEFT AUTO: San Andreas: What Can A Parent Do?
In the last few weeks, I’ve been hearing from concerned parents around the country...
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Liz Perle
(11.12.04)
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