Your Child, Ages 0-6

Dear Parents,

Skill-building activities are a great way to help your preschooler grow and develop. You can help your child learn word recognition, teach her how to write her name, and explore shapes with a little kitchen fun.

Finding the right childcare can be a tough decision. We've got information to help you hire a nanny, find a safe daycare, or determine whether you can afford to stay home with your child.

Finally, are you worried your child is becoming a couch potato? Some television isn't bad for your little one, but you may want some TV turn-off ideas from other kids, and tips to make sure your child is watching age-appropriate shows.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Preschooler Skill-Builders
Help your preschooler learn through play and fun.

Skill Building Through Play Story Time and Make-Believe I Can Print My Name Reading a Clock Activities for Preschoolers

The Importance of Playing Games with Your Preschooler A Box of ABCs Word Recognition Kitchen Shapes More on Your Preschooler

Finding the Right Childcare
Make the right decision for your family.

Locating Nannies Calculate Your Cost to Stay at Home Your Family's Need for Childcare Resolving Problems with the Caregiver

Finding a Safe Daycare Center In-Home Childcare Interview Checklist Using Relatives as Childcare Givers More on Childcare

TV Tips
Don't let your child become a couch potato.

Is Your Child a Couch Potato Kid? Turn-Off Tips from TV-Free Kids What Works: Kids' TV Shows Are You a TV Addict?

Your Kids and Television: Is it Really All that Bad? Tips for Picking Good TV Shows Too Much Television More on Television

Are You Ready If Swine Flu Goes Back to School?
The swine flu pandemic is on everyone's mind this back-to-school season. Find out how to prevent the spread of the virus in schools.

Allergy Resource
Does your child suffer from allergies? Our Allergy Resource Center has all the information you need to find ways to help relieve and alleviate allergy symptoms in your child.

Back-to-School Budget
Download our interactive printable to organize and save on all your back-to-school shopping.