With a Melissa and Doug wooden train set, a little engineer can be off and running down the train tracks to a wonderful adventure. The sets can be small like the figure eight set that has a bridge for over and under action along with a switching track for expansion when the time is right.

Teaching autistic children reading skills can be a daunting task. Some children will never read, but many higher functioning children can learn to some extent and can end up being excellent readers.

With the rate at which the internet is growing, more and more parents are doing their shopping online. But do the benefits of shopping online really outweigh the benefits of going to a brick and mortar store?

What could be more romantic than creating a species of vampire that has a full range of fragile human emotions. While the concept of vampires is centuries old, the concept of emo vampires is fairly new. But what is an emo vampire and how do they compare to other types of vampires?

The smile of kids is a peculiar smile which is free from all the worries of life and behind which there is no gloom. Children do not need to think what other people would say when they have fun. We ca

I often receive questions through my Terrific Parenting website about eating out with the kids. Typical problems center around: ± Kids complaining or whining before, during or after the meal. ± Siblings picking or kicking ...

I remember my first homework assignment. I don't think it was much, maybe some small math problems, but I know I couldn't wait to get home to do it. I sure wish this enthusiasm had stayed with me through high school and life.

When deciding what toys to get for your child, there are many things that you will need to think about, including their gender, age and abilities. You will also have to think about your budget and getting the most for your money. Kids play toys come in different shapes, sizes and price ranges and it

Getting a child to wear a sun hat can be a real battle. Some kids hate them and will thwart any attempts by concerned parents to cover their heads. It can turn into a real summertime war. So, does it really matter if your son or daughter goes bareheaded in summer at midday?

Whether your child is 1 years or 10 years old, there are many stuffed and plush toys to make them happy. Stuff and plush toys will never go out of style so new and exciting dolls will always be apart of a little girl's or boy's toy collection.

For added fun, there are traffic gates that automatically open and close on the swivel bridge. This set is also compatible with other popular wooden railway systems so your little engineer will have more fun running his own train system.

Kids love learning about superheroes like Superman, Spider Man, and Iron Man. But did you know that you can become a Superhero? It's all about sharing your faith in God. Faith can move mountains, and one of the biggest mountains that young people struggle with today is bullying.

Children are ready to read at different ages. All children will have to master alphabet letters and sounds prior to learning how to read. When your child is ready make every beginning reading opportunity as successful and motivational as possible.

When it comes to a fun play experience, there is nothing that can beat the fun of today's outdoor playground sets. These great outdoor play areas offer a wide selection of activities for children of all ages and can be an ideal way to ensure that your family has a safe and enjoyable place to sp

Christmas Day is coming. We can enjoy our happiest time in the year. Santa Claus will be undoubtedly the most busy and famous one. We all believe that we have already known enough about Santa Claus. Does Santa Claus have other secrets? Definitely yes!

Please pardon the pun in the title, but it's true, dinosaurs have a "timeless" appeal. As far back as the 19th Century, kids have been literally obsessing over the great beasts of the past. Kids have always loved dinosaurs, but it may be doubly true ever since Jurassic Park came out.

Hunger Games is the hot movie right now and the most featured poster or advertising for the movie is of Katniss the pretty young character pulling back with determination on her weapon of choice, her bow. Adventuresome young girls everywhere will be looking to do the same, and now they can. Nerf is

Children naturally gravitate to making art, using their hands and experimenting with materials. Unfortunately in our society adults are not as comfortable in this realm. Consequently it is very difficult for many parents to provide opportunities for children to make art within the parents comfort zo

Are your children bored by the thought of playing more active games and taking part in sports? This is a familiar story but also quite a worrying one at a time when a number of reports have suggested that kids aren't getting enough exercise.

If you've just become a student graduate, firstly, let us say "congratulations," and wish you the best for the future. Once you finally leave university, there are so many options available to you that it might seem a little bewildering. Thankfully, there are plenty of places to go wh