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Getting kids to count their blessings

Getting kids to count their blessings

Materialism isn’t just about wanting more stuff. It’s a much more insidious mindset. The antidote may be as simple as practicing gratitude.

40 up-and-coming careers that don’t require a 4-year college degree (and 9 to avoid)

42 up-and-coming careers that don’t require a 4-year college degree (and 10 to avoid)

Does your teen have a digital curfew?

Does your teen have a digital curfew?

A new study finds devices at bedtime are cutting into teens’ much-needed sleep time and directly impacting their mental health.

7 cool school models

Cool school models

Schools are breaking the mold to create innovative learning environments where kids thrive. Get inspired by these 7 cool school models, then look for one at a school near you.

Real-life generosity heroes

Real-life generosity heroes

Get inspired by these six kids who took the initiative to improve the lives of others. In the process, they learned that generosity makes a difference.

Taking the ACT and SAT on a budget

Taking the ACT and SAT on a budget

College admissions fees — for tests, test prep, and college applications — add up fast. Here’s a way to cut costs.

6 surprisingly easy ways to raise a generous child

6 surprisingly easy ways to raise a generous child

From taking turns to eating dinner together, research shows that encouraging generosity in your child isn't as hard as you may think.

The best low-cost and free tools to help get your child into college

The best low-cost and free tools to help get your child into college

Before you get lost in the jungle of college applications, you should know about these four services.

Why your teen should retake the SAT or ACT

Why your teen should retake the SAT or ACT

Taking the SAT or ACT a second time is a good idea for pretty much all teens because it’s likely to help — and it definitely won’t hurt.

Easing college admissions anxiety

Easing college admissions anxiety

More students are applying to top colleges than ever before. But even with the increased competition, most students who apply to four-year colleges are admitted.