August2017
Volume 8 Number 6
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Columns
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Publisher’s Note Kendra Sumner
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Living With Children John Rosemond
Strategies for Academic Success
Growing Up Online
Practical ideas to help your child become more organized.
What to consider before using GPS trackers to locate your child.
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Kids Health Watch
sponsored by Pediatric Associates of Auburn
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Parenting Today’s Teens Mark Gregston
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A Page in a Book Gerry Paige Smith
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Dave Says Dave Ramsey
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Beyond Burnout and Bickering
After School Activities
Avoid over-scheduling so kids can individuate.
It’s time to sign your child up for after school enrichment, and our guide has all the details.
On The Cover Lauryn Kamille is the daughter of David and Dr. Kressida Benson and is a happy, energetic fiveyear-old who is looking forward to starting first grade at Richland Elementary School. Lauryn enjoys singing, reading, painting and riding her bike, but her favorite activities have been learning ballet, tap and hip hop at Nix Dance Studio. Lauryn attends Greater Peace Missionary Baptist Church where she is involved in Sunday School and sings in the youth choir. Currently, she is enjoying summer activities including summer camp at Creative Discovery Child Development Center, swimming and vacationing at the beach.
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Growing Up Online Carolyn Jabs
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Get This!
Gerry Paige Smith
Departments 5
Bits and Pieces 10
School Bits 44
Calendar 52
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