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Helping Your Child with Homework Without Losing Your Mind

Homework time can often feel like a conflict zone—full of stress, resistance, and a growing number of unfinished assignments. But with structure, a long-term...

Parent-Teacher Conferences

What to Ask Your Child’s Teacher It’s conference time again, and whether you’re new to the process or have done this for years, one thing...

From Phones to Power Tools

  Know the Risks of Lithium-Ion Batteries Most of the electronics we use in our homes every day — smartphones, tablets, power and lawn tools, laptops,...

Arizona Cardinals Team Up with Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation

Now through November 16, Arizona Cardinals fans can score discounted tickets while giving back to Arizona’s foster community. Through a special ticketing portal, supporters...

GIVEAWAY – RAK Eats: Tipsy Egg Chandler

If you’re searching for a brunch spot that’s both playful and elevated, look no further than Tipsy Egg. Known for its creative menu, welcoming...

Enter to Win tickets to see Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie

Enter to win 4 passes to see the early screening of Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie on September 20 at Harkins Camelview. Movie Trailer: youtube.com/watch?v=S-GFCPEWqe4 Synopsis: DreamWorks...

A Quirky, Charming Getaway Bisbee, Arizona

Tucked into the Mule Mountains in southern Arizona about an hour and a half from Tucson, you’ll find the old mining town of Bisbee...

Helping Your Neurodivergent Child Cope with Grief

Supporting Kids Through Loss with Flutter-Bye Road Grief Story Cards Grief is tough for any child—but for a neurodivergent child, it can feel especially overwhelming....

What Parents Need to Know About Charter School Enrollment

Are you considering enrolling your child at a charter school? Charter school enrollment can be a bit confusing for parents who are unfamiliar with the...

Why Fall is the Perfect Home Reset for Arizona Living

Fall in Arizona is a season many eagerly anticipate. While we may not bundle up in scarves, drink steaming pumpkin lattes, and watch golden...

Harvest Time Fall Gardening Projects for Young Kids

Fall is the best time to garden in the Arizona desert, especially with kids. The weather is finally nice enough to be outside, and...

Dread Packing Your Child’s Lunch? 5 Reasons to Choose School Lunch

By Chef Robert Fredericks, Regional Executive Chef, Chartwells K12 With back-to-school season in full swing, many parents are adding the dreaded task of packing daily...

GIVEAWAY – RAK Date Night: Social Tap Scottsdale

Looking for a spot that nails the balance between lively energy and laid-back fun? Social Tap Scottsdale has all the ingredients for a memorable...

Common Infectious Skin Issues That Spread at School (and What to Do About Them)

With kids back to school, they’ll be sharing more than pencils and playground time—skin infections can spread just as quickly as a cold. Conditions...

Preparing Your College Student for Financial Independence

By Lacey Perry As students launch into their college era, one of the most valuable lessons you can pass on has nothing to do with...

How Parents Can Build Strong Readers

By: Nick Gaehde, President of Lexia As school gets underway throughout the Valley, families are getting back into morning routines, school drop off and pickup,...

PARTY ARTICLES

Time to Paw-ty

Celebrating your favorite furry friend Call me crazy, but when my husband and I adopted our first dog together, we threw her a birthday party complete with cake, streamers, guests, appetizers, games, and more. Was...

Unique Ways to Host a Joint Birthday Party

My brother and I have birthdays that are just one day apart—his on March 3rd, mine on March 4th, and our oldest brother just a few weeks later on March 21st. Fast forward 31 years...

Out-of-the-box Birthday Party Ideas in Phoenix & Tucson

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Birthday Traditions & Clever Theme Ideas

Childhood birthdays are unlike any others. I have fond memories of waking up on my birthday morning anticipating all the fun that was in store. With three kids who had birthdays all in the same...

Out-of-the Box Birthday Party Ideas

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Party Etiquette

Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one, you may be wondering—do people really RSVP anymore? What about goodie bags, are those still a thing? Do I need to stay with my child at...

How to Throw a Birthday Party that Won’t Break the Bank

I remember the days when birthday parties consisted of colorful balloons, streamers, a simple cake, and the classics like musical chairs and tag with a few friends. Times have changed and suddenly it feels necessary...

How to do a drive-by birthday party

As we get deeper into quarantine, people have gotten creative with birthday celebrations. One result: the drive-by birthday party.

Home pool party? Hire a lifeguard!

Drowning happens silently and quickly. That’s why children are at risk even when — and sometimes especially when — adults are nearby. Even a "designated pool watcher" can avert his or her eyes for a...

Hiking birthday party

For a child who loves adventure and outdoors, turn a hike into a birthday party.
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Bike race birthday party

When there are lots of neighborhood friends who love to ride their bikes together, host a birthday party that feels like an official bike race.

Island birthday party

Pool parties are popular in Arizona. Make a stylish upgrade at your next birthday party by incorporating décor and details that will transport guests from the desert to a tropical island paradise.

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