Kids And Teens Magazine

Babies & Toddlers

Tips To Get Your Child To Stop Using A Pacifier

Limit the time you allow your child to use a pacifier. Use it only for sleep time and comfort until about 12 months old and then plan to give it up. Never use punishment or humiliation to force your child to give up using a pacifier. Involve your child in the decision to stop using it by giving him the choice of throwing it away, putting it away or leaving it under the pillow for the ‘tooth fairy’. Start a reward chart to mark your child’s... 

College & University

The Pros and Cons of an Online College Degree

Getting a college degree online seemingly appears to be a very convenient way to gain further education without having to inconvenience your home life. An easier way to obtain an edge in the working world is by getting that online college degree that you’ve always wanted, without having to leave the comfort of your own home. All of this may very well be true, but there are a few things that a person should consider before becoming financially... 

Education

The Push to Learn Chinese

The Push to Learn Chinese  by: David Snape Recently, a trend has developed in high schools and communities around the United States. Many people want to or are now learning the Chinese language. This could be a good turn of events, but it can also be problematic. This is particularly so for those who know nothing about Chinese culture, history and the state of affairs in China today. In mainland China they no longer use the traditional Chinese... 

Kids & Teens

The Science of Robosapien

The Science of Robosapien  by: RobonetiX At a glance, Robosapien looks great versus the old school box on wheels with clear dome head. ‘Ooh,’ you say, looks kinda like a muscled storm trooper and the fart button now that’s a hoot. We nod in polite agreement, but behind your back, we snicker at your total lack of appreciation of the advanced robotic theory involved. Robosapien is a modern day turning point in the evolution of robotics... 

Parenting

Games Of The Past Meet The Present

Recently, our family had the opportunity to care for sisters’ children for a couple days, when she and her husband traveled to a bed and breakfast for some much need rest and relaxation. They don’t have a chance to get away that often, so I was more than happy to help them out for this little getaway. And, well, I would hope that she would do the same thing for me. Once I agreed to taking care of her children, reality set in. My sister...