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Your child’s school schedule is important: it will list all of the classes your child will take during the school year, as well as the teachers assigned to your student. Here’s what parents and ’tweens need to know about school schedules. The Middle School Schedule Your student will likely sign up for classes before he leaves elementary school. The middle school guidance office will send a form home with your student to fill out for the next year....

It was supposed to be a fun day out, a chance for father and son to bond. Dr. Charles Bizilj and his eight-year-old son, Christopher, visited a shooting range in western Massachusetts to test-fire automatic weapons under the supervision of trained instructors. But as Christopher fired an Uzi at stationary targets, the recoil was too strong for him to handle. The barrel of the gun swung upward, and before anybody could react, Christopher had fatally shot himself in the head....

Many parents find it difficult to say “no” to their children. It’s easier to give in and get them what they ask for than have to explain why the child won’t get what she wants. This seems to be especially true of parents who don’t deny themselves anything. Some parents buy into the notion that their 15-year-old needs his own cell phone because they don’t want their neighbor’s kid to have something their child does not....

It’s also important for them to know that they can do anything they set their mind to, such as growing up to own a business. If you are raising Black children, purchasing kids’ products from Black-owned businesses is a great way to do just that—and support your community. If you are not raising Black children, it’s just as important to teach your kids the value of diversity and representation from a young age....

Losing Your Temper While the behavior of your child may make you crazy at times, you should always try to avoid discipling them when you’re angry. Raising your voice, swearing, or getting out of control tends to teach the child that yelling, anger, and violence are acceptable in their relationships with friends and family. Instead, when you feel the anger boiling up, take a few seconds or minutes of time-out and regroup....

If you live the boho style or appreciate the freedom it offers, consider a hippie baby name. There’s no specific formula on what makes a boho name, but names related to nature, peacefulness, music, and art make up the bulk of our list. Names like Blossom, Allegra, and Lyric are just a few of the boho-inspired baby girl names you’ll see on the list. Boho baby names lend themselves to being gender-neutral names as well since the lifestyle is typically more open-minded and free than traditional cultures....

So, if you have a free morning or afternoon and want to keep curious kids busy, head to one of these virtual field trip sites. A virtual tour can be a learning experience in itself or help families decide where they want to travel to next. Art and Culture If your child has always had an interest in the arts or you find that they are looking to draw or color something new, then these options below may be a great choice for your kid....

Below is a list of one-syllable baby names that would be perfect for your baby girl. Each of these baby girl names comes complete with its origin and meaning so you can choose the name that fits your little one best. There is a wide variety of names included as well. They have several origins from Latin to Chinese. You can also find these names or variations in other name lists as well....

Baby Shower Meets the Bar One girlfriend of mine decided to forgo the traditional living room or function hall and threw her shower at a trendy barbecue pub in the city. They served delicious barbecue and fun drinks (for those not expecting). Some understated flowers kept me feeling like I was at a lovely baby shower. Having a shower at a bar certainly wasn’t traditional, but it was such a fun, unique, and special experience for the mother-to-be and her closest friends....

Scavenger hunts are adaptable—they can be done in the house, at campgrounds, around the neighborhood, or just about anywhere else. Plus. they are an easy, creative, affordable, and adaptable activity that both kids and adults enjoy. Read on to discover 35 of the best scavenger hunt for your family to try indoors and out. What Is a Scavenger Hunt? A scavenger hunt starts with a place or series of locations in which players search for hidden objects....

It’s finally summer! Adding any of these must-have toys to your family’s summer days will be a recipe for the ultimate summer of fun. There’s something for everyone whether your kids are looking to swim, splash, play, or learn More: The Best Toy Subscription Boxes and Toy Shares Llama Glitter Pool Float Move over unicorns! This year is all about llamas. This pool float is fun, magical, and filled with glitter....

There are steps you can take to learn your options and prepare for your birth experience like hiring a doula, joining The Birth Lounge, and digging into your own family history. Start by asking your mother what her birth experience(s) was like. Your mom’s pregnancy may be able to give you a place to start as far as setting healthy expectations. Though, beware, just because your mom experienced it doesn’t mean you’re at a higher risk for it or that you will experience it....

Your Baby’s Development at 5 Weeks At 5 weeks, a baby measures approximately 1/17th of an inch or 1.5 mm. That’s about the size of a strawberry seed. The baby is growing rapidly, and the major organ systems of their body are beginning are to form, specifically the brain and the heart. Which Trimester? First trimester How Many Weeks to Go? 35 weeks Layers of Development At this time, your little embryo begins to lengthen and take on the appearance of a tadpole thanks, in part, to the development of the all-important neural tube that runs from the top to the bottom of the embryo....

More: 75 Modern Names for Babies Here is our list of the top 50 baby names inspired by the Big Apple. You will find so many options and we included how they relate to the Empire State. You will even find some of the most popular names chosen according to New York City birth certificate records. There is truly something for anyone! New York Girl Names New York Boy Names Gender Neutral New York Names For more baby name inspiration check out these popular baby name lists:...

More: 50 Rare Baby Names You Probably Haven’t Thought of Yet Giving your baby girl a dark but beautiful name means there’s a better chance for originality. Many of these names are less than common. From Amaya to Crimson to Zelda, you have a variety of options. Check out these 50 dark but beautiful baby girl names below! Our Favorite Gothic Girl Names to Inspire Your Baby Name Search Dark But Beautiful Names for Baby Girls from A-D Dark But Beautiful Names for Baby Girls from E-K Dark But Beautiful Names for Baby Girls from L-Z For more baby name inspiration check out these popular baby name lists:...

In Old English times, parents were inspired by gardens, resulting in names like Rose, Violet, and Holly. Places and geographical features also supplied British parents with immense possibilities for names such as Devon, River, or Brooks. Meanwhile, occupation-based names such as Mason and Carter are popular even today. We’ve compiled a list of 50 timeless baby names with English origins to consider for your baby on the way. Popular English Baby Names for Girls Ashlee Origin: Modern English Meaning: Meadow of ash trees Alternative Spellings & Variations: Ashley, Ashleigh, Ashlie, Ashlyn, Ashlynn, Ashlea Famous Namesakes: American singer, Ashlee Simpson; American fiction writer, Ashlee Adams Crews Peak Popularity: The name Ashlee has not been in America’s top 1,000 most popular names since 2010....