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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  Difficult Child 

  Parenting can be a rewarding experience even though it's not always an easy job. Kid Pointz can help you improve your difficult child's behavior today. Read more »

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  Does My Child Have a Learning Disorder 

  Sometimes the very words "Learning Disorder" send parents running for cover. Find out what you can do to help your child succeed. Read more »

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  Drugs and Young Children 

  Believe it or not, the perfect time to start focusing on teaching your children about drugs is when they are in elementary school. Read more »

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  Effective Family Meetings 

  Family meetings are a great way to foster successful communication and ensure quality time. Learn how to make the most of these special family times. Read more »

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  Elementary-School-Aged Child and Peer Pressure 

  Peer pressure is a natural occurrence in every child's life. Many kids need help standing up to their peers and making the right decision Read more »

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  Encouraging Good Classroom Behavior 

  Most parents know that sometimes behavior incidents occur, especially at school. Here are some tips for handling classroom behavior challenges. Read more »

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  Establishing and Managing Family Rules 

  Rules are everywhere. They help to keep some sort of order in society and encourage people to engage in desired behavior. Should the same apply for families. Read more »

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  Exploring After School Activities 

  Find after school activities other than homework for your child to explore new interests and stay active. Read more »

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  Extracurricular Activities for Elementary-School Students 

  Extracurricular activities give your child a chance to relieve pent-up stress, make new friends, learn new skills, and get more exercise. Read more »

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  Falling Out of Bed 

  It is common for children to fall out of bed while they are sleeping. Most of the time, they are not even aware of it. But, there are a few remedies to this. 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.