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Working mothers face a special challenge when it comes to fitting children's activities around their jobs. From playgroups to the high school debate team, the trick is to follow your children's interests without letting them get overscheduled.
Help Your Children Volunteer in the Community
You want to encourage your children to volunteer in the community. But your lives are so busy that you can’t seem to find the time. You can help children volunteer by finding at-home ways to contribute or combining other activities with volunteer work. Above all, set an example for why children should volunteer.
What Are the Rules for the All About Parenting Blog Carnival?
What are the All About Parenting Blog Carnival rules? To participate in the About.com parenting and family channel's blog carnival, you must follow the rules.
What Is a Blog Carnival?
What is a blog carnival? The bloggers on the About.com parenting and family channel show you what a blog carnival is every month by collecting blog posts on a given theme. Read on to see what is a blog carnival.
All About Parenting Blog Carnival Archive
The parenting and family channel at About.com regularly hosts a blog carnival on parenting topics. Our archive of the parenting blog carnival includes blogs on topics from going green, to friendship and do-it-yourself day camp.
Physical Education for Elementary Kids
Your kids get PE class during the school day, but most parents realize that more physical education is needed for their kids' health and well being. Physical activity has many benefits for children in developing physical and mental health, but recent research suggests that it may even help your child learn better.
Writing Activities for Kids at Home
Try these fun activities to help your children practice writing skills.
5 Ways to Introduce Your Children to Classical Music
Children learn at a young age that classical music can be boring. Children don't quite comprehend the complexities and meanings of classical music. Here are five ways to introduce classical music to your children in exciting activities that they can relate to.
Ideas on Making TV a Better Learning Experience for Your Children
Many creators of TV shows and DVDs aimed at preschoolers encourage parents to watch with their children to enhance the learning experience. Here are some suggestions for effective "co-viewing".
Home Made Playdough Recipes
Little hands love stimulation, and these playdough recipes will keep them busy for a long time. All can be made at home with standard pantry ingredients.
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