Your Child, Ages 7-11

Dear Parents,

Fine-motor control is an essential foundation for writing skills. In this issue, learn how to help your child strengthen these skills through fun activities. Find out how to observe fine-motor difficulties in children, as well as what steps to take if your school seems reluctant to perform an evaluation.

Summer is in full swing, and the kids are having a blast. A few precautions will keep them safe in the neighborhood, on camping trips, at the playground, and at the pool. We also have advice for preventing or treating sunburn, heat exhaustion, and poison ivy.

No one needs to tell you that motherhood is demanding. When you can't think straight, take some time for one of our ten quick lifts. You can fine-tune your focus in as little as two minutes.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Communicating with Your Kids
Fine-motor skills improve easily with lots of practice – especially when the practice is fun!

Communication Tips for Parents Words and Phrases to Use Every Day Talking at Dinnertime Six Ways to Speak to Our Kids Parent Checklist: Giving Positive Feedback

Boosting Children's Confidence Praising Your Child Communicating with Stepchildren Tips for Parents from Kids More on Communicating with Your Kids

Kids and Money
Where there's fun for kids, there are safety concerns for parents.

Teaching Kids About Money Teaching Money Matters: Goals by Age Fifteen Ways to Teach Kids About Money Teaching What Things Cost

Money Concepts to Convey to Your Child Teach Kids About Borrowing Money Teaching Money Management More About Kids and Money

Sweet Treats
Don't let the demands of your family drag you down – take some time for you.

Mud Pudding Root Beer Float Pudding Yogurt-Berry Dessert Baby Ruthie Delites Tropical Sorbet

Strawberry Angel Tarts Frozen Yogurt Sandwiches Peanut Butterscotch Bars

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Read a book review of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the final installment of the Harry Potter series, and find out if it lives up to its publicity. But don't worry—we don't spoil the story!

Back to School

		FamilyEducation.com is counting down to Back to School, with a new topic each weekday. Expert Advice on Back-to-School New School, New Challenges Tech Talk Summer Reading Preschool Kiss-and-Cry Back to School Calendar

Take a Break!
Stop by Mom's Coffee Break^TM when you need to take a break and relax. You'll find games, comics, and puzzles to help you unwind – including Sudoku!