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10 Powerful Things to Say to Your Kids

10 Powerful Things to Say to Your Kids This School Year

Author and speaker Paul Axtell helps families get ready for the school year with these conversation game-changers.

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Colorado Parent August 2018

Overscheduling

Reduce Stress in Overscheduled Kids

Stop overscheduling kids’ activities and find balance with these helpful tips.

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4 Smart Back-to-School Hacks

Get ready for the new school year with these clever hacks.  

school transitions

5 Tips to Master School Transitions

How parents can help their children transition from one level of schooling to the next.

Tech Rules

New School Year: New Tech Rules For Kids?

Tips for managing your child’s tech time.

Celebrate the New School Year

5 Ways to Celebrate the New School Year

Get the school year started on the right foot with these easy ways to celebrate.

Camping

The Benefits of Camping with Your Kids

How kids and parents can benefit from camping in nature.

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Lunch Box Debate

Graphic Novels

16 Graphic Novels That Teach

From history to science to different cultures, these graphic novels teach kids about a variety of topics.

Quitting

What to Do When Your Child Quits Every Activity

Licensed marriage and family therapist Katie Godfrey shares tips for parents.

Centennial Village Museum

Step Back in Time at Centennial Village Museum

Greeley’s living history museum offers hands-on learning and fun for the whole family.

Secret Apps

Kids Decoded: Secret Apps

What parents need to know about the apps kids may use to hide photos and messages.

Milky Moon Sleepovers

We’re Over the Moon for this Sleepover Party Décor

Denver-based party planner Alisha Hieb, owner of Milky Moon Sleepovers, will set a Pinterest-worthy scene for your child’s next party.

The Blue Bench

Preventing Sexual Assault Among Youth

The Blue Bench, a Denver-based nonprofit, is working to eliminate sexual assault in the community.

Breckenridge epic discovery

Plan a Colorado-Style Kindermoon

Celebrate your kindergartner-to-be by planning a last-minute trip.

Vision board

Make a Back-to-School Vision Board with Your Child

Set kids on a creative quest that will help them achieve their goals.

10 Powerful Things to Say to Your Kids

10 Powerful Things to Say to Your Kids This School Year

Author and speaker Paul Axtell helps families get ready for the school year with these conversation game-changers.

Healthy lunch box

How to Build a Healthy Lunch Box

Use these expert lunch packing guidelines to keep your kid nourished and ready to learn all day.

Stitch Fix Kids back-to-school style

Stylish Back-to-School Products for Every Age

Gear up for back to school with these five trendy finds.

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