Party Central Pick of the Month: Project Treasure
Looking for a personal or group birthday gift that will mean a lot to the recipient? Project Treasure delivers a keepsake box filled with letters from loved ones to the birthday boy or girl on their special day.
How to Help Build Your Son's Self-Esteem When He Has ADHD
Boys with ADHD often have low self-esteem and feel nervous about school-related tasks, such as taking a test or being called on by the teacher. Having low self-esteem makes it difficult to make decisions and some boys with ADHD find it challenging to make simple decisions. Authors of "Raising Boys with ADHD" provide advice on how to help boys with ADHD build their self-esteem.
Queens's Stars of the Spoken Word
Students of Hillcrest High School competed in LeAp's August Wilson Monologue Competition and three students will advance to compete in LeAp's NYC-wide competition at Manhattan's MMAC Theater on March 6.
The Retreat in Suffolk Receives Federal Grant
Victims of domestic abuse and violence now have access to new resources with support from a federal grant.
Do Video Games Cause ADHD?
From playing apps on the iPhone or iPad to sitting in front of a computer transfixed on role playing games and staring at a television to beat the next big boss in the latest video games, there's no doubt kids are spending a lot of hours playing video games. Experts from the Child Mind Institute delve into the effects playing video games may have on ADHD.
13 Not-Too-Scary Halloween Movies the Whole Family Can Watch Together
Not everyone likes to be spooked come Halloween season and with this list of not-too-scary Halloween movies featuring classic titles, everyone in the family can enjoy a night in to watch a classic movie without getting too much of a scare.
How to Select the Right Sleepaway Camp for Your Kid
Maine Camp Experience offers tips on when exactly to visit camps, what to look for when researching, and how to decide whether the camp is right for your child and family.
Long Island Dad Publishes 'Diana the Organic Banana'
Long Island author Dr. Francesco J. Caputo's children's book, which teaches kids about nutrition and healthy eating, was inspired by his daughter.
A List of Common Abbreviations Used on Parenting Forums
Have you ever tried to participate in an online parenting forum but have no idea what people are talking about because they write in acronyms? We've compiled a list of the most common acronyms so that you can understand what's being said and participate in the conversation.
Talking Politics with Your Kids
Presidential primary season is in full swing, and talk around the dinner table may turn into opinionated debates. Here’s how to encourage your kids to form their own political views, respect others’ opinions, and -- most importantly -- vote.
