Plan ahead and make adjustments to pave the way for a strong transition from elementary to middle school.
Middle School
Give older middle schoolers what they need, not necessarily what they think they want.
Help your kids as they change homes and re-establish routines during the school year.
My daughter, Sam, and I were on our own for 12 years. During that time, my girl grew from a little girl to a teenager, and with each passing year, one thing remained consistent: back-to-school chaos.
Your child is changing. Is your parenting?
Middle schoolers can be clumsy. Here is a way to help your child through those awkward growth spurts.
Help your tween grow into a thoughtful, discriminating adult who rules his own emotions.
Friendships and self-identity will have a profound impact on adolescents and may need guidance from parents.