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Your Child, Ages 0-6

Dear Parents,

Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the world's greatest civil rights leaders. Celebrate his birthday on the 21st by learning about the civil rights movement and how to raise your child free from prejudice.

Well, the weather outside may seem frightful, but snow can be delightful! Enjoy these ice and snow activities this winter with your family.

Is it time for your child to be potty trained? Brush up on Toilet Training 101 and get help for some of the problems you may run into.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Civil Rights
January 21 is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Celebrate by learning and talking to your child about civil rights.

Martin Luther King: Civil Rights Leader
Timeline of the Modern Civil Rights Movement
Notable Moments in Civil Rights History
Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s
Civil Rights at the Century's End
For a Champion of Racial Harmony
Kids Making Good
Martin Luther King Jr. and Nonviolent Families
Raising Children Free of Prejudice
Preventing Prejudice in Your Toddler
Martin Luther King Jr. Coloring Page
Rosa Parks Coloring Page
More on Martin Luther King Jr.

Frosty Play
Cold can be fun, or didn't you know? Turn winter blues into icy delight with these games and activities.

Ice Candles
With or Without Ice
Ice Blocks
Colored Ice Cubes
Ice Cube Painting
Quick Melt
Painting with Kool-Aid!
Quiz: Let It Snow!
Snow Sculptures
Igloos

Toilet Training
Are you getting ready to toilet train your child? Do you know if it's time? Read these articles and tips to help you prepare.

When to Begin
Getting Started
The Basics
Toilet Training 101
How to Coach Your Child
All Through the Night
Problems
Backsliding
Three-Year-Old Wetting the Bed
Setbacks
More Toilet Training Resources

Can You Afford to Stay at Home?
Is it possible to raise a family on one income? Try our calculator to see whether your family can afford a stay-at-home parent.

Join in this discussion on our Message Boards about potty training and tantrums:

"I am married with an 18-month-old son, Aidan. Our biggest issues are potty training (is he ready) and tantrums. If you have any advice, please let me know!"
— aidansmommatasha

Children's Product & Toy Recalls
Stay informed and protect your child’s safety -- find the latest product and toy recalls that have been announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Poll: Martin Luther King's Legacy

Which aspect of the Civil Rights movement should be most emphasized? Vote now.

6%Civil disobedience.
13%Working for the rights of the oppressed and poor.
26%Courage in the face of prejudice and injustice.
49%Coming together as a community to bring about change.
6%None.