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'Breaking Bad' crystal meth action figure: Good idea for Toys 'R' Us?A Florida mother has started a petition against Toys 'R' Us selling 'Breaking Bad' action figures. They're in the adult section, but critics say they shouldn't be there at all.
Children鈥檚 books written by celebrities: The good, the bad, the charmingCelebrities often wear many hats, sometimes including children鈥檚 book author. The results can sometimes miss their target, while at other times a celebrity's views shared in a storybook characters can charm readers.聽
Royal baby due date: Could Will & Kate's second child take the throne?Royal baby due date:聽Prince William and Kate Middleton are expecting their second baby next April. The child is dubbed 'spare to the heir' in royal parlance. How likely is it that Baby No. 2 could assume the British throne?
Colorado police warn parents about marijuana-laced candy ahead of HalloweenWith Halloween less than two weeks away, Colorado police are warning parents that candy or other sweets laced with marijuana could potentially wind up in children鈥檚 trick-or-treat bags.
Talking back: What parents can do to relate to their kid's protestsParents often see talking back from kids as rude, but are they responding to their potential lack of respect for their kids?
Time鈥檚 most influential teens: Leadership traits win out over followersTime magazine released its list of most influential teens for 2014, including celebrities, artists, scientists, fashion designers, and more. There are some traits that teens can cultivate that can help them make an impact wherever they live.
Mission District turf battle: How can adults and kids share public play space?A YouTube video of Dropbox employees and local kids vying over a public field in San Francisco has gone viral. The video, and the resulting public rally, point to some potential oversights in how public space is used.
Building a PE program, one bike at a timeWhile news headlines point to challenges with childhood obesity across the country and schools cutting physical education programs, one community is actually building its PE curriculum through a popular regional sport.
Calgary bullied teen's loving response earns her love in returnCaitlin Prater-Haacke of Calgary, Alberta turned her own bullying into a movement of positive messages for hundreds of classmates. Filmmaker Lee Hirsch, creator of the anti-bullying film "Bully" is among her more vocal supporters.聽- Why Brad Pitt let his 13-year-old son watch a war movieBrad Pitt says his 13-year old son, Maddox, can handle the content in the new World War II movie 'Fury.'
Gender identity training in Neb. schools frustrates some, applauded by othersParents and other community members offered feedback for the Lincoln Board of Education regarding recent training received by teachers on gender identity issues.
PSAT test time: Time for teens to tweet and parents to tune inWednesday, Oct. 15 marks the test date for the PSAT, best known as the pretest exam for the SAT. While millions of teens sharpen their pencils, parents can sharpen what they know about their teens by scanning social media.
Car seat study: What safety mistakes do most new parents make?A new study presented Monday shows that many new parents make the same mistakes when both installing an infant car seat and strapping in babies
'American Ninja Warrior': Mom editionThere is reality TV, then there is TV that mimics reality. One mom realizes that her life more closely resembles 'American Ninja Warrior' than anything else she sees on TV.
'Shark Tank' teen: How can parents guide, instead of push, kid entrepreneurs?When parents lead business ventures with their kids, sometimes kids can get lost in the venture. However, one dad recently showed on national television that the most important leadership skill is knowing when to step back.- 'Bully' premieres Monday on PBS: How are educators using it as a resource?Monday, the documentary 'Bully' makes its way to television audiences. The 2011 film has become a training tool for parents and educators aiming to end bullying violence, but it takes more than just watching the film to create a lasting impact.
- Toddlers injured in another bounce house tragedyTwo toddlers were injured in New Hampshire Sunday when a gust of wind blew a bounce house 40 feet. Why are there more bounce house accidents now?
What Malala and a 12-year-old bride show us about International Day of the GirlThea, a fictional teen bride, and Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai are part of the story of how the Internet has become the most valuable tool for raising awareness for international girls' rights.
The first step in fighting bullying? Define 'bullying'October is National Bully Prevention Awareness Month, and its important for parents, students, and schools to define bullying and differentiate it from other forms of behavior in order to address bullying problems swiftly.
Mommy's six chins: Coping with body image bombardmentOne mother receives a drawing from her preschooler depicting her least favorite features in bright, vibrant color, leading her to dive into the realm of the body-image acceptance, and the multiple factors that shape the discussion.
