Jason Keil's posts

Keep the joystick in their hands—there are more productive ways to help them if they get stuck.

You'll be surprised at all the fun that can spring from boredom.

Hoping for a snow day? Learn the difference between these two snow measurements.

With time running out, here's a cheat sheet to find the perfect gift for any young child on your list.

They don't need more toys—instead, give them the gift of something to look forward to all yearlong.

We want to teach kids to appreciate what they already have—even as the big gift-giving holidays approach.

Parent-teacher conferences can reveal a lot about your kid's performance in school—and they can reveal that you…

There are four "freedoms" kids will go through on their quest to become adults.

Pretty soon, you'll learn the names of all the troublemakers.

Sometimes kids need a break to care for their mental health.

You're going to have to do more than just wash, rinse, and repeat with these stains.

How was school? Fine. What did you learn? Nothing.

If you're out of practice, here's a refresher on how to pack a simple, filling lunch.

From loud, plastic things to "toys" that are messier than they have any right to be, these are the items on your "Do…

Toy guns? Anything with "mystery" contents? Things that reinforce gender stereotypes? Tell us what is on your "Do…

Lying is a developmentally normal behavior for kids—but there are ways to steer them toward honesty.

Instead of forcing them to give up their toys all the time, aim to teach them empathy instead.

These shows make us laugh, make us cry, and make us better dads.

That guilt you feel isn't serving you or your child—it's time to let it go.

Confidence doesn't come naturally to every kid—but parents can help them build those muscles.