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Develop your young grade-schooler's arithmetic ability with books that take a creative approach to teaching basic math concepts.
License Plate Bingo
Help your child learn about the 50 states — and get relief from the backseat boredom.

Physical Development

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Parent Guide to a Healthy Lifestyle
Try these recipes and suggestions for raising a healthy family.
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Have a healthier season by adding more fruits and vegetables to your family's table.
Moving and Learning Together
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As she heads off to school, it's important for your child to have a good breakfast — preferably with a healthy serving of protein.

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Parent Guide to Raising Kind & Compassionate Children
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Parent Guide to Learning Disabilities
Find out how your child with a learning disability can succeed despite the many challenging diagnoses and school struggles.
How to Explain Scary News to Kids
by Deborah Skolnik
From school shootings to roadside accidents, frightening events happen every day. Learn how to discuss them so kids understand — and feel safe.
Citizens of the World
How to raise a child who appreciates, respects, and enjoys the diversity of life.

Disabilities & Special Needs

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Parent Guide to Learning Disabilities
Find out how your child with a learning disability can succeed despite the many challenging diagnoses and school struggles.
How to Be a Parent Advocate for Your Child With Special Needs
by Kathryn Satterfield
The mom of a special needs child shares five lessons learned while caring for her 10-year-old son and navigating the system.
Resources for Supporting Your Child Living With Learning Challenges
by Scholastic Parents Staff
Find ways to advocate for your child living with learning and attention issues with the help of Scholastic Parents and Understood.org.
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.

Your Child & Technology

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Discover the World of Minecraft
Kids can build Minecraft skills with these handbooks offering the best tips, tricks, and how-to guides for the best gaming experience ever!
The 15 Best Teacher Apps For Parents
by Kim Greene
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7 Great Apps For Math: A Grade-by-Grade Guide
by Warren Buckleitner, PhD
P&C tech expert Warren Buckleitner, Ph.D., editor of Children’s Technology Review, picks the best numbers apps for kids.
Understanding Interactive Learning
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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.
5 Ways to Help Kids Make "Cents" of Money
Try these practical ways to teach your child the value of a dollar.
Allowance, Age by Age
Find out everything you need to know before cracking open your wallet.
Fostering Financial Responsibility
by Michelle Anthony, PhD
Teaching the value of dollars and cents starts now.

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Global Awareness

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Green Living: A Family Guide to Going Green
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Use this guide to help explain the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks to your child.
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Give your child the greatest gift of all — learning how to help others.
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