Making More Time for Imaginary Play
By Katie Hurley, LCSW

Imaginary play is one of the hallmarks of childhood, and it’s more than fun and games: Pretend play boasts important benefits when it comes to child development.

Navigating Family Heritage Assignments with Adopted Children
By Nefertiti Austin

Though meant to build community among classmates, family tree projects are complicated for adoptive families. Here are a few options to consider as you look for ways to help your child feel proud and connected to their families.

Taking Two Languages to Preschool: Supporting Dual Language Learners
By Rebecca Parlakian

Partnering with your child’s teachers can help to ensure that your child’s language skills and cultural confidence continue to grow. Here are some ideas to consider.

A New Way to Set Media Rules
By Eric Rasmussen, PhD

As with many things in life, protecting our kids is good. But empowering them is great. This is especially true with media.

How to Find a Great Preschool for Your Child
By Suzanne Bouffard

Although there is no definitive map for arriving at the “right” preschool, programs do have some signposts. You just have to know they are there. What I learned from visiting schools and talking to experts boils down to this: Focus on the teachers.

How to Find Harmony When Parents Disagree
By Claire Lerner, L.C.S.W.-C

Parenting is complex work. Many parents have different perspectives about how to raise kids — based on their own upbringings, beliefs and values, and expectations for their children. Fortunately, there is a lot you can do to increase parenting harmony.

More to Pink Than Meets the Eye
By Natalie Engel

For the girls out there who love all things pink and girly, Pinkalicious gives them a role model who is valued by her community: a girl who is never made to feel like she has to choose between loving pink and being a smart, creative thinker.

How to Raise Kids Who Can Speak Up
By Katie Hurley, LCSW

While some kids are more naturally assertive than others, assertiveness skills can be taught. Try some of these strategies to help your child speak up when it counts.

3 Words That Reframe, “How Was Your Day?”
By Deborah Farmer Kris

Every day has ups and downs. Every day we experience a rainbow of feelings. By sharing our yay, oops, and blah moments, we normalize the fact that nearly every day contains all three feelings.