Parenting Articles – for Parents of Children in Elementary School

Parenting Articles: Grade School Age

These parenting articles contain useful tips from the experts. Help for problems like peer pressure and bullies, which often start when kids are in elementary school.

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  That's Not Fair! 

  Kids in elementary school are entering a time when they start to compare everything to those around them. Learn how to deal with "that's not fair." Read more »

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  The Danger with Strangers 

  Many parents focus on stranger danger when kids are at the elementary age. Then as they begin to mature, discussing strangers seems to become less frequent. Read more »

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  The Double Challenges of Parenting Twins 

  Double the giggles and double the trouble if you're blessed with twins. Prepare for a double of challenges when parenting twins . Read more »

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  The Effects of Bullying 

  Bullying results in short-term and long-term effects for both the victim and the bully. Being the victim of a bully is extremely stressful for any child. Read more »

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  The Elementary School Bully 

  Kids entering elementary school are exposed to a larger degree of social interaction than they have previously experienced and bullies can become a problem. Read more »

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  The Importance of Getting Enough Sleep 

  Learn the importance of ensuring your children are getting enough sleep. Read more »

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  The Many Benefits of Team Sports 

  Team sports get kids off the sofa and excercising. But did you also know there are several mental benefits to team sports as well? Read more »

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  Three Important Facts About Bullying 

  Help kids deal with bullies and cyber bullying. If your child is being bullied, or actually is the bully, here is what you need to know. Read more »

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  Time to Start a School Routine 

  Whether your kids are getting ready to head back to school or have been going all along, the whole household can benefit from a school routine. Read more »

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  Tips for Handling Anxiety in Children 

  At one time or another, we all get a little anxious. But, there are some children that seem to get more anxious than others on a regular basis. Read more »

Tips for Parents with Elementary Schoolers

Learn parenting tips that work today, for success in the years to come. With feedback from other parents and tips from the experts, you’re sure to find parenting styles that are a good fit for your family. Sibling rivalry and kids’ health usually get worse in elementary school years, and new issues like peer pressure and bullies are just starting. Find out how to overcome these issues, and how to deal with things like behavior problems. Our parenting tips and articles will guide you through using positive discipline, while giving your children the tools they need for life.