We all know bullying is a problem. This local organization is showing all of us — from parents to teachers to students — how we can each make an effort to solve it. By Alissa Boyle Photo courtesy Teach Anti-Bullying Bullying is not at all uncommon. Unfortunately often we hear about incidents only when it’s [...]
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10 Ways for Single Parents to Get Back In the Dating Game
The moment you have a child, life is centered around them and their tiny cries for simple needs. But to take care of your children you need to take care of yourself, and that includes having and enjoying an adult relationship. Our suggestions on how to get back out there. By Kristin Contino [...]
Get Your Girls Geared Up for Science
Science and technology seem to run the world these days, but how many developers, scientists, or engineers out there are women? Not enough. Learn how we can get the next generation of girls into science now, and have them make a difference in the future. By Melissa Bancoff Photo by Audrey Amaro If love [...]
How to Help Kids Tackle 4 Stressful School Situations
Parenting has its fair share of stressful situations, but being a kid does, too. A local child counselor shares simple ways to encourage and calm your kids as their face the stresses of school.
Giveaway: Win a Gift Basket & Learning Assessment from Brain Balance
Each of our children is special, so it’s no surprise that some of them approach learning differently than their peers. If your child isn’t thriving in the traditional school atmosphere, the team at Brain Balance may be able to help. Learn more, and comment to win a free assessment, plus other goodies!
Join Us At the Main Line Parent Early Childhood Education Fair!
Study up on the amazing local education options available at the Main Line Parent Early Childhood Education Fairs January 26 & 27!
Discussing Tragedy With Children
As we all hug our children a moment longer tonight in the wake of the tragic Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting this morning in Newtown, CT, we also grapple with how to explain to them what happened.
Four Ways To Upgrade Storytime
Don’t let your child’s favorite book become your arch nemesis! Find a new way to enjoy their story of choice by trying one of these fun and educational activities.
Giveaway: Join Us at Our Private & Independent School Expo For a Chance at an iPad 3!
This giveaway is now closed. Thank you to everyone who participated! There’s a lot of energy and excitement here at Main Line Parent, and we want to share it with you! This Sunday, October 21, is our Main Line Private & Independent School Expo — your chance to meet and greet with representatives from an [...]
Main Line Private School Open Houses for the Week of October 15, 2012
This Sunday The Main Line Private and Independent School Expo will feature 25+ local schools in one ballroom in Villanova for an afternoon. Visit The School in Rose Valley, Open Connections, Episcopal Academy, and The Haverford School this week for open houses and admissions events.
