More and more families are traveling during the school year. Here’s how to minimize the impact—and maximize the benefits—of school-year vacations. Last January, my family took an epic 11-day vacation to Oahu, Hawaii. We swam, snorkeled, hiked and—most importantly—bonded. The best part? Our kids, twin boys in fifth grade and …

Over the past two years, teachers have gone above and beyond for their students. During the first part of the COVID-19 pandemic, they proved their adaptability by juggling virtual, in-person and hybrid learning. After schools fully reopened, they’ve helped students readjust to being in the classroom. This month, during Teacher …

As area museums open back up after COVID-19, find out how to enjoy them with your children.

As your family returns to work and school, here's how to help your pets handle the transition.

Experts discuss the reality of summer learning loss and share tips for how to prevent it.

Payal Thomas was inspired after a disappointing toy shopping trip for her daughter.

Local psychologists share the do’s and don’ts of being a winning sports parent.

How D.C.-area summer camps operated in 2020 — and what they’re hoping for in 2021

Here's what they should be eating and drinking instead, plus dental hygiene tips to keep their smiles healthy.

Here are six healthy changes parents and kids can make together in 2021.