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🚨 Boys and young men are struggling more than ever — in school, in relationships and with mental health. The data is impossible to ignore. In this powerful ParentEd Talk, social scientist and American Institute for Boys and Men founder Richard V. Reeves will explain why this isn’t about effort or character; it’s about a world that no longer aligns with how boys learn, grow and find purpose. Join the conversation to explore what’s driving this quiet crisis and learn practical, age-appropriate ways to help your child build confidence, motivation and resilience in a rapidly changing world. 💻 Live Zoom webinar+ recording included. 👉 Help boys reach their full potential. Secure your spot now: https://ow.ly/O72c50YxLXZ Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Seattle Children's. #ParentEdTalks #ParentEducation #RaisingBoys #NextGeneration

Thought-provoking post from Jonathan Haidt highlighting research from neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath, PhD, MEd on #EdTech in classrooms. We’re excited to host Dr. Horvath tomorrow, March 10, for a live ParentEd Talk to dig into what the science actually says about screens and learning. If you’re a parent, educator or simply curious about the future of education, join us for this timely conversation. ⭐ Register here: https://ow.ly/oW0050YhgeK #ParentEducation #DigitalLearning

⚠️ More screens ≠ better learning. Classrooms have rapidly gone digital — but neuroscience suggests we may be paying a hidden price. Join Jared Cooney Horvath, PhD, MEd, for a live ParentEd Talk on Mar. 10 that cuts through the EdTech hype, examines the research, and offers practical ways parents and educators can restore meaningful, evidence-based education for kids. Sign up for the Q&A webinar to join live, plus access the event recording anytime. 👉 Secure your spot now: https://ow.ly/oW0050YhgeK Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Seattle Children's. #EdTech #ParentEdTalks #ParentEducation #DigitalLearning

What if your child’s anger could spark connection — not conflict? 😤 Renee Jain, founder of GoZen!, joins our next ParentEd Talk on Feb. 10 to unpack what’s really behind kids’ blowups and share how parents can trade yelling and frustration for understanding and connection when anger enters the room. ❤️ Sign up now to join the live Zoom conversation or watch the recording anytime. Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/mzl350Y0YJ0 Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Seattle Children's. #ParentEdTalks #ParentEducation #EmotionalRegulation #ParentingTips

Psychologist and parenting expert Dr. Laura Kastner warns: AI isn’t just helping kids with homework, it may be quietly replacing how they learn to think. 🧠 “Struggle is a feature of learning, not a bug,” she explains. When AI takes over the thinking, kids skip the mental work that builds comprehension, judgment and confidence. 👉 Learn why some experts are calling for a collective pause: https://ow.ly/kzju50XTJW6

Kids with ADHD are full of strengths, yet everyday tasks and actions can be a struggle, adding an extra layer of complexity for caregivers. Join ADHD expert and psychiatrist Dr. Sasha Hamdani at our next ParentEd Talk for expert strategies that work with your child’s brain, not against it. Discover practical tools to ease daily struggles such as transitions, executive dysfunction and time blindness. Get clarity, confidence and a game plan that supports your child’s spark. ✨ Sign up for the Q&A webinar to join live, plus access the event recording anytime. Secure your spot now: https://ow.ly/LkX050XNSi2 Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Seattle Children's.

We’re thrilled to share that ParentMap has earned 12 national awards from the Parenting Media Association! 🎉🏆 Our five Gold and seven Silver Awards recognize outstanding work across content, design, digital innovation and social media. Judges described ParentMap as “a knowledgeable, helpful neighbor invested in a parent’s success.” None of this would be possible without our incredible staff and community partners. Our team continues to raise the bar, delivering content and products that serve families with integrity and purpose. 💛 See the full list of 2025 awards: https://ow.ly/9fEb50XuRum

What will learning look like in five years — or even next fall? As AI rapidly transforms education, families are left wondering what the future holds. 🔮 In this urgent and inspiring ParentEd Talk on Nov. 18, Khan Academy founder Sal Khan will share how families can harness AI to support learning in healthy, thoughtful ways, while preserving the creativity and curiosity that make childhood special. ✨ Help your kids thrive in a changing world — sign up for the Q&A webinar to join live and get access to the event recording to watch anytime. Secure your spot now: https://ow.ly/RJ2T50XjqeP Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Seattle Children's.

Is your teen just being a teen, or is it something more? It can be difficult to distinguish typical adolescent behavior from early signs of anxiety, depression or body image struggles. And getting them to open up can feel even more challenging. 😩 Pediatric psychologist and teen expert Dr. Ann-Louise T. Lockhart, PsyD, ABPP joins us Oct. 23 for an essential ParentEd Talk to help you recognize mental health red flags, understand what’s driving your teen’s behavior, and respond with strategies that build trust and connection — because while the tween/teen years can be tough, they can also be magical. ❤️ Sign up for the Q&A webinar to join live and get access to the event recording to watch anytime. Secure your spot now: https://ow.ly/zZkw50X3Ynt Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Seattle Children's.

📱 Are school-issued devices really just for learning? “Throughout the school year, I kept reading about numerous problems with student device use at school, one of which put me over the top,” says Seattle mom, Megan Kaul. Kaul explains that research shows many school-issued devices collect and store enormous amounts of student data. Rather than being designed purely for learning, these tools are often used to feed algorithms that predict children’s futures — and that information can end up in the hands of advertisers, college admissions offices, law enforcement and more. Data breaches are also a serious risk, with one incident in January 2025 exposing 62 million student records and 10 million teacher records. 📖 Read this thought-provoking piece here: http://bit.ly/4gNkM1W