Melissa & Doug: Tween

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Gift Ideas for 15 Month Old Boy

D.G. asks from Raleigh

I need some Christmas present ideas for my son. Our son is 15 months old and has a older brother. Honestly, he has plenty of toys and clothes from his big brother. ...

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Timeless Toy Ideas

R.S. asks from Chicago

Hi there, For those with older elementary school aged children, have there been any toys that you have found have lasted throughout the years...that your kids enjo...

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Allowance

R.C. asks from Los Angeles

At what age did you start giving your children an allowance, frequency, how much and were there certain expectations from the child? My oldest is in 2nd grade and an...

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Play Kitchen for 2 Toddlers

E.G. asks from Pittsburgh

I told my daughter that once she was potty trained that I would get her a kitchen. So now she's been using the potty successfully - only one accident last week (yeah...

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3-1/2 Year Old - Manners and Whining

K.P. asks from Chicago

I think I've just come to the realization that my sweet, loving little boy is now in what I've heard of - the "terrible 3's". Our 2 main concerns for his behavior as...

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Chores for a 5 Year Old

C.A. asks from Milwaukee

I want to teach my son that you need to earn some things that you get. What kind of chores have you guys given to your 5 year old to do and how much $ did you give t...

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How Do I Get My Kids to Do Chores?

M.T. asks from Chicago

Ok, Ithis is probably a silly question but I feel like I need some direction. I have waited too long to start this and part of it is my fault. I have 3 kids ages 13 ...

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My Daughter Turns 8 Years Old This Month. Need Some Creative Gift Suggestions?

P.M. asks from Provo

With Christmas just past and a daughter that seriously wants for everything but needs NOTHING what kinds of creative things can you get for an 8 year old girl? I k...

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Best Investment in Toys

R.S. asks from Chicago

Hi there, I have a one, three and five year old (eldest is the only girl). I have always been very frugal when it comes to buying toys... In our house, less is mo...

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Need Evening Indoor Activities for 2-Yr. Old Not Always Interested in Toys

L.C. asks from Seattle

A little background: I teach 9th grade English full time at a fairly demanding Eastside junior high. I am fortunate to get about a half-hour to an hour of "down tim...