Scholastic Parents: The Learning Toolkit

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Take a Virtual Field Trip to the Smithsonian!

by Maggie McGuire

Mar 01, 2013

Go on a hunt for the clues to history’s most mysterious moments right in your own family room.

This Week's Math Story: Eats Like a Bird

by Laura Overdeck

Mar 01, 2013

You might think birds would eat a teensy amount of food, but that’s not quite true. Challenge your kids to see if anyone in your family eats like a bird!

Toy Fair 2013: Toys for Learning

by Amy Kraft

Feb 22, 2013

Toy Fair 2013 showcased an abundance of toys that promote learning in engaging ways.

5 Resources to Spur a Love of Science in Curious Kids

by Maggie McGuire

Feb 21, 2013

Help your young scientist at home with these 5 amazing resources for all ages.

Tigers: The Perfect Pet!

by Laura Overdeck

Feb 20, 2013

We all love tigers, with their cool, wavy stripes. But here’s a new idea: should your family adopt one as a pet? A little math can help you decide.

Twinkle, Twinkle Little Starfish

by Laura Overdeck

Feb 12, 2013

Starfish are truly fascinating – did you know they can have up to 50 legs? And once your kids try some starfish math, they may want a few more legs, too!

Art at Your Fingertips

by Amy Kraft

Feb 08, 2013

Kids can get their hands (and fingers) dirty with these awesome coloring books.

Can good, old-fashioned toys compete with computer games?

by Maggie McGuire

Feb 07, 2013

Power down that computer game! Try hands-on building and learning with your kids.

Building a Creative Writer: Creative Writing Notebooks

by Bekki Lindner

Feb 01, 2013

3-5 minutes of daily writing practice will yield increases in skills.

What's Your Sign?

by Laura Overdeck

Feb 01, 2013

If you’re hitting the road with your family for the holidays or winter break, it’s time to check out some surprising road-sign math!