Access to nature promotes physical and mental health, and it is vital for children's social and emotional development. Outdoor activities also influence family dynamics, helping to reduce stress and ...

If you've ever been on a fishing boat, you might be familiar with live wells—small water tanks, built into the boat, where ...

With about a month left of summer vacation, one local group is giving families another option to keep kids busy — and boost ...

Key Points Unschooling is an educational trend that allows kids to choose the topics they'd like to learn, and their own method of learning, whether its through art, outdoor play, or other ...

A therapist and former Texas Hill Country camper shares practical tips for talking with kids about the flooding tragedy, ...

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TULARE COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- Students at Oak Valley School in Tulare County find fruit on campus. Kids have table talks to ...

Some parents mourn their kids growing up and moving out. Others are excited for the next phase of life. What does "empty ...

A major new JAMA study reveals that American children are dying at rates up to 80% higher than kids in other wealthy ...

TikTok creators like to put the “living room family” dynamic on a pedestal, but experts offer a gentle caution.

"If you’re a parent and you have a lot of anxiety about fireworks, kids are going to pick up on that." Try to model the relaxed attitude you'd like to see in your child. 7. Have a back-up plan ...