Kids do better in school when parents are involved in their academic lives. These early years of schooling are an important time for parents to be informed and supportive about their child's education.

As students grow more independent during middle school, it can be challenging for parents to know how to stay involved. Here are 10 tips.

Even though teens are seeking independence, parental involvement is still an important ingredient for academic achievement.

Experts recommend that kids go back to in-person school this year, as long as safety measures are followed.

Whether their kids are just starting kindergarten or entering the final year of high school, there are many good reasons for parents to volunteer at school.

About 6% of all U.S. K-12 students are considered academically gifted. Here are some ways to tell the difference between bright students and gifted students.

Most kids generate a little chaos and disorganization. But if you'd like yours to be more organized and to stay focused on tasks, such as homework, here are 3 steps that make it possible.

Just as professional sports stars need medical care to keep them playing their best, so do student athletes. That's why it's important to make sure that kids and teens get a sports physical.

Enrolling your little one in preschool can be a time filled with many questions. Find out how to establish an open, clear channel of communication with your child's preschool teacher.

Kids are more successful in school when parents take an active interest in homework - here are ways to help.

With cliques prevalent in middle and high school, most kids encounter them at some point. Here's how parents can help kids maintain confidence and self-respect while negotiating cliques.

Unfortunately, bullying is a common part of childhood. But parents can help kids cope with it and lessen its lasting impact.

Whether bullying is physical or verbal, if it's not stopped it can lead to more aggressive antisocial behavior - and interfere with a child's success in school and ability to form and sustain friendships.

Help your kids keep their reading skills strong so they're ready for school.

ADHD is a common medical condition that can affect kids at school, at home, and in friendships. Learn more about ADHD and how to help kids get the best diagnosis and care.

Kids with APD can't understand what they hear in the same way other kids do. That's because their ears and brain don't fully coordinate. But early diagnosis and a variety of strategies can help them.

With preparation and education, a child with a food allergy can stay safe at school.

Find out what the experts have to say.

Find out what the experts have to say.

Asthma flare-ups are the main reason kids with asthma miss school. But well-managed asthma is far less likely to result in a sick day.

Preschoolers sleep about 10 to 13 hours during each 24-hour period, and it's important to help them develop good habits for getting to sleep.

Teens need about 8–10 hours of sleep a night, but many don't get it. Keeping these tips in mind can help your teen get a good night’s sleep.

Just as professional sports stars need medical care to keep them playing their best, so do student athletes. That's why it's important to make sure that kids and teens get a sports physical.

If your kids come in from school and head straight for the kitchen for something to eat, here's how to make sure they still have room for a healthy dinner.

Even if you eat a healthy morning meal every day, it can be tough to get kids fueled up. Here's how to make breakfast more appealing.

All kids need to eat balanced meals and have a healthy diet. But should that balance change for kids who play on a sports team or work out?

With preparation and education, a child with a food allergy can stay safe at school.

Packing school lunches are a chance to steer kids toward good nutrition. Here are ideas for some fun and easy lunchbox options.

Healthy and well-timed snacks can help fill in nutritional gaps for preschoolers. But how do you turn yours into a smart snacker?

It can be hard to know if kids are well enough to go to school or childcare. Here are some guidelines.