When a kindergarten assignment is really for the parents I've already made my distaste for homework in kindergarten well known because it is actually homework for parents, not students. February 04, 2016
Mario's "Paper Jam" adventure is a thin one "Paper Jam" runs out of fun after the novelty of introducing two Marios. February 03, 2016
Facebook's 'teen dating' groups are every parent's nightmare come to lifeEven before the page has fully loaded, the popular Facebook group "Teen Dating and Flirting" looks like a something straight out of some parental nightmare. February 01, 2016
'The Collapse of Parenting': Parents need to take charge or kids will sufferDr. Leonard Sax argues that American families are facing a crisis of authority, where the kids are in charge, out of shape emotionally and physically, and suffering because of it. January 28, 2016
How to raise a political mini-meOnly 65 percent of adult children share their parents' politics. Experts explain how parents can beat those odds. January 27, 2016
5 New Year's Eve parties for kidsHere are 5 New Year's Eve parties that will allow you and the family to be home (or somewhere else) well before the midnight frenzy. December 30, 2015
Confessions of an Uber parentRide-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft are raising some parenting questions. November 16, 2015
Former Stanford dean explains why helicopter parenting is ruining a generation of childrenJulie Lythcott-Haims noticed a disturbing trend during her decade as a dean of freshmen at Stanford University. Incoming students were brilliant and October 19, 2015
Multiracial kids will soon have a more colorful toy set for pretend playMyFamilyBuilders toy set also is a reality check that reflects population trends September 23, 2015
Mom's essay on raising a 14-year-old got typical teen response: Mom! Ugh!Chicago Tribune Balancing Act columnist Heidi Stevens is joined by Glamour magazine's books editor, Elisabeth Egan, to discuss her parenting article that went viral. September 21, 2015
Adored yet anonymous, Tambourine Guy comes into his ownWith his kindie band the Space Cadets, Tim Kubart performs at Old Town School Sept. 19 September 09, 2015
Kiwi Crate delivers hands-on fun for autumn days indoors and outSubscription kits are tailored to different age groups and make a great birthday gift or boredom abater September 01, 2015
Life Time Kids Tri celebrates its 25th year inspiring young triathletesAmong the 1,000-plus triathlon participants, a few tell us how they got hooked on the sport. August 27, 2015
A cornhole board converts to so much moreAnton Riniti created a convertible top for games oriented to different ages, interests August 18, 2015
Think outside and inside the lunchboxBento accessories, superheroes and pops of color elevate your average sandwich.August 12, 2015
Parents might want to check this report card before the school year beginsOne tip: An app called 'Remind' lets families communicate with teachers without exchanging personal cell numbers August 12, 2015
Take kids out to the ballgame — and bring this book"At the Ballpark: A Fan's Companion" is a recruitment tool of sorts, for a new generation of baseball spectators August 11, 2015
Word from on high: Hancock Center observatory launches 36 Days of Summer funWillis Tower, meanwhile, offers Picnic in the Sky for Air & Water Show August 10, 2015
50 things to do before Labor DayAugust is upon us but there’s still plenty of sunlight and balmy days ahead.July 29, 2015
Chart a course for adventure on the Chicago RiverThe Chicago River is slowly putting its toxic past behind it and welcoming fish and humans to ply its waters. July 28, 2015