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Language Development in 11-13 Year Olds
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by Michelle Anthony, PhD
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Social & Emotional Life

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Parent Guide to Learning Disabilities
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Bullying and Teasing: No Laughing Matter
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Talking About Stranger Safety
Have a calm, honest, age-appropriate conversation with your child about meeting strangers and avoiding potential dangers. Here's how.
Children Changing the World
Little kids with big hearts can make a difference one small action at a time, starting in their own backyards.

Disabilities & Special Needs

Parent Guide to Learning Disabilities
Find out how your child with a learning disability can succeed despite the many challenging diagnoses and school struggles.
4 Things You Might Not Know About Learning Disabilities
by Stephanie Booth
"Learning disability" can be a scary phrase. Find out the facts about learning disabilities and what it takes to help kids with LDs succeed.

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The 15 Best Teacher Apps For Parents
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Your Guide to Facebook
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Financial Literacy

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Making $ense of Money
Inspire life-long financial responsibility by teaching your child about how money works.
Help Your Teen Get a Summer Job
Keep him busy this summer — earning money!
Allowance, Age by Age
Find out everything you need to know before cracking open your wallet.
Allowance Power
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Tweens gain independence and responsibility when they learn about money.

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