All states require DTaP, MMR, polio and chickenpox vaccines — healthcare providers recommend others, too
Practicing routines and talking through worries can help your child start school confident, rested and ready to learn
Most children start kindergarten when they’re 5, but age isn’t the only factor that determines whether they’re ready
Combat summer learning loss and keep young brains engaged with low-pressure learning
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Preschool age is typically between 3 and 5 — but readiness may matter more
Asking questions, creating routines and setting schedules can help get students back on track
School can be stressful, even anxiety-provoking — get to the root of the concern and enlist help when needed
Encourage your child to ignore the bully, seek help from an authority figure and stay with a trusted group of friends
You can help strengthen your child’s immune system by focusing on hand washing and staying up-to-date on their vaccines
Vomiting and fevers are a hard no — other symptoms are a judgment call
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