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5 Friendship Skills Your Child May Have Forgotten

After a year of living remotely, children may have forgotten a lot about getting along with peers. Here's an overview of five essential friendship skills.

6 Types of Friendship Breakups

Children’s friendships end for many reasons. Here are some of the main types of breakups.

5 Types of Friendship Breakups

Children’s friendships end for many reasons. Here are some of the main types of breakups.

When Friends Have Different Family Rules for COVID-19

Differences in families' pandemic rules create friendship challenges for kids. Here's a way to understand those differences.

The Danger of Telling Kids “Do Your Best”

Some kids hear "Do your best" messages as "Do the best job you can possibly imagine!" Here are some problems with that message and an alternative.

Why Grit Is Overrated

Promoting grit as a key to success raises both practical and philosophical concerns.

Why Grit is Overrated

Promoting grit as a key to success raises both practical and philosophical concerns.

Handling Political Disagreements in the Family

It’s tempting to steer clear of political topics with loved ones who have different views, but these conversations are possible and can even be useful.

Is Your Child a Good Friend?

It takes effort and practice for children to learn how to be a good friend.

Finding a Less Awkward Socially-Distant Greeting

There’s an awkwardness to greeting people we care about in a socially distant way. Here are some alternatives.