Kids and Teens Directory

Making Birthday Cards
Making cards is a fun craft to do with the whole family and homemade birthday cards are extra special to receive. Check out our step-by-step instructions on these cards, and don't miss the free birthday card coupons! Retro Birthday Card...

Choosing Eyeglass Frames
About.com's Guide to vision will help you or your teenager pick out just the right frames for your face. Check out her step-by-step guides....

Warning Signs of Teenage Drug Abuse
Please note that even though some of these warning signs of drug abuse may be present in your teen, it does not mean that they are definitely abusing drugs. There are other causes for some of these behaviors. Even the...

Five Steps to Take if Your Child is Being Bullied
Too often parents feel children and teens need to ‘work things out’ on their own. While your child does need to develop his social skills by doing things independently, being victimized by a bully is not a social skill one...

Five Reasons to Teach Budgeting in the Teen Years
While budgeting can be taught in bits and pieces when children are young, the ins and outs of a true monthly budget is best learned when children are in their teenage years. Here are five reasons why....

Drug Testing
Information on the different types of drug testing, when employers use drug testing and if you should use drug testing on your teenager. Please also see our Index of Drugs of Abuse or our Drug Use Resource pages....

Newest Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince Rumors
The book will be out in July, does your family have your pick of who the 'half blood prince' will be? My daughter Bri is still undecided, but I really think it will be a new character. Check here for...

Door Openers Verses Door Slammers
One important listening skill to use when communicating with your teenager is using 'Door Openers', as opposed to 'Door Slammers'....

Five Common Questions Preteens Have About Periods
Being armed with the five most common questions will help you open the lines of communication with your preteen, help them better understand the menstrual cycle, and help them rise above their embarrassment when it comes to talking about tough...

How much rent should teens pay?
When a older teenager opts out of higher education, how much should you charge him for rent?...

Must Have Books for Parents: Developing a Discipline Style
If you want to develop a positive and workable discipline style, try these books. They will help your relationship with your teenager become positive interactions, rather than 'I'm not talking to you' tiffs and knockdown fights....

Science Fair Projects Ideas
Did you know that 'dating' is a science too? This is one of the most popular science fair project ideas we have here on this site. Check out our other organized and fun ideas for your teenager's science fair project....

Truancy: Introduction
Truancy, according to the US Department of Education, is the first sign of trouble; the first indicator that a young person is giving up and losing his or her way. Read more: Truancy: Statistics Truancy: Prevention...

Divorce and Teenagers
Tips for parents of teens who are going through a divorce or separation....

Newest Rumors for Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince
I love reading your emails with the newest buzz on the street and your thoughts about the next Harry Potter book. I especially love to hear about the debates in your families, as we have a few on the different...

Tips for New Teen Drivers
A drivers license and/or owning a car is one of the biggest responsibilities your teenagers may have. Here is a list of things they should know how to do before they go out on the road - complete with what...

Masturbation Myths
Myth: It's more acceptable for boys to masturbate than girls. Fact: It's natural for boys and girls to masturbate - both do it. Learn about more masterbation myths here. And if your teen has been asking questions about masterbation, check...

Drink Recipes
In the winter, you may not think of being thirsty, but your body does need to get hydrated. Plus, you can warm yourself up inside and out with hot drinks that are popular this time of year. Try my Hot...

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