9 Spelling and Grammar Mistakes Spell Check Won’t Catch
There are some human errors that only humans can catch.
12 of the World’s Best Dinosaur Museums
These dinosaur museums will take you back to a time when fantastic creatures ruled the planet. Plus, you'll get up-to-date...
11 Secret Habits of Straight-A Students Even Post-Grads Will Want to Steal
It's not about brains, or about the amount of time spent studying. Many of the highest-scoring students attribute their success...
14 Times You Should Definitely Call the School Principal
Real parents share the times they had to call in the school principal—and we asked experts to weigh in on...
This Is the Best School District in America
Is your child going to a good school? Homes.com looked at more than 1,400 schools nationwide to find out which...
12 Cool Jobs That Don’t Require a College Degree
Our culture emphasizes education as the path to satisfying and lucrative careers. Education is one path to success but not...
7 Common Words That Mean the Exact Opposite of What You Think
"Outlaw," "scan," and "irregardless"... you're using them all wrong.
Genius Swaps That Will Save You BIG on Back-to-School Shopping
Feeling daunted by a long list of school supplies? Get everything on the list for less with a few smart...
One Father’s Battle Between Working and Giving Attention to His Daughter
In this award-winning story, originally published in Reader's Digest in 1969, a father learns to embrace the chaos of his...
12 Smart Jokes That Make You Sound Like a Genius
Do you long to be the funniest pompous twit in the room? Memorize these!
15 Cringe-Worthy Stories About the Worst Roommates Ever
And you thought it was bad when your roommates forgot to clean their dishes.
10 Secrets of Working Parents Who Cook Dinner Every Night
If you're staring at an empty fridge again and reaching for the take-out menus, use these insider tips to make...
13 Things Your Kid’s Sports Coach Is Secretly Thinking
These insider tips from high school coaches across the country are guaranteed to improve your game watching experience and give...
9 Bizarre Facts About Newborn Babies That Doctors Don’t Tell You
Babies can't taste salt, don't shed actual tears, and are missing kneecaps! Here, more weird facts about our littlest humans.
How to Help Prevent School Shootings: 7 Things That Will Make a Difference
Figuring out how to help prevent school shootings is essential to protecting kids and teachers, and these simple but...
10 Money-Saving Habits of People Who Didn’t Take Loans for Their Kids’ College
College is expensive, but taking steps when your kids are young can help you save up by the time they're...
Your Favorite Carnival Games Are Rigged—Here’s How
Sorry, but you probably won't be bringing that giant stuffed animal home.
Real Teachers Reveal What It’s Like Teaching a Genius
If you spend enough time teaching, you're bound to eventually encounter a student with truly unbelievable brainpower. Here's how 10...
10 Family-Friendly Vacation Destinations That Even Your Jaded Teenagers Will Love
Want to unplug your high schooler and get your middle school kids to stop rolling their eyes when you mention...
What to Do When Your Child Hates School
Some of the most common reasons kids hate school range from anxiety and learning difficulties to bullying. These strategies can...
Why It’s OK for Parents to Kiss Their Kids on the Lips
Sweet kid kisses are one of the purest things on earth, so stopping making them gross!
Sigh a Breath of Relief When Your Baby Gives You These 7 Signs That They Trust You
It's what reassures him that he will survive in this world, and makes him sigh contentedly in your arms. Trust...
Note to Students: Teachers LOVE Their Job! 15 Powerful Reasons Why
Real-life teachers get personal about their passion for education and how their students fuel their motivation.
The 13 Best Lullabies to Sing to Your Baby—with a Modern Twist
"Hush Little Baby" and "Rock a Bye, Baby" are perennial favorites, but after a while, you have to admit, the...
6 Ways to Properly Clean Your Children’s Toys to Remove Mold
Even though bath time gets your kids squeaky clean, it can be making their toys grow mold.
These High Schoolers Wrote Letters to Kurt Vonnegut. This Is What They Got in Response.
Your homework assignment from a famous novelist: Make art. Then destroy it.
10 Warning Signs Your Child Is a Bully
With one out of every four children getting bullied this year, it's a growing epidemic. But what if your child...
9 Weird Ways Pencils Changed the World
Why pencils are yellow, who drank graphite-infused wine, Hemingway's pointy little secret to great writing, and more.
“Pull Yourself Together!”: Rob Lowe on the Unexpected Tears of Sending His Son to College
The Emmy award-winning actor had no idea how hard it would be to send his favorite Patriots fan off to...
