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  Your Child, Ages 12-18

Christmas teen

Dear Parents,
No matter which holiday your family celebrates in December, creating holiday traditions is the most lasting gift you can give your kids. Learn about the importance of traditions to teens, and find out how to make new ones. Plus, take quizzes about classic traditions for Hanukkah and Christmas.

If you're on the hunt for great gifts, take a look at our picks for some of the year's best video games, toys, and stocking stuffers. Also in this issue, find out how to keep the holidays harmonious at your house.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Holiday Traditions

Kids grow older and more independent, but holiday traditions remain the glue that binds the family together.

Gift Giving

What should you give your teens this year? What are they getting for others? Find out here.

Harmonious Holidays

The holidays can be hectic, but don't lose sight of what's truly important this season.

   Poll: Observing Christmas
For some families, Christmas is a religious holiday, for others a secular celebration, and for still others it's just December 25. So how does your family observe Christmas? Vote now!


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  Primarily as a family day, with religious
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  A holiday for kids. No particular
 religious tradition.

  We don't observe Christmas.

   Cold & Flu Prevention Checklist
Keep your family healthy this winter by printing out and following these top ten tips for avoiding colds and the flu.

   Time for a Break
Take a well-deserved break from your busy day at Mom's Coffee BreakTM. This is the place to unwind with games, puzzles, and comics. Enjoy!