Relationships & Communication
6–12 Years: Friendship & Social Skills
Practical ways to support your 6–12-year-old as they build friendships, navigate group dynamics, and handle conflicts with confidence.
- 6-9 Years
- 9-12 Years
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Relationships & Communication
9–12 Years: Sharing with Friends—What Parents Can Do
Teach kids to share with consent, set boundaries, and handle conflicts without forcing apologies or passwords.
- 9-12 Years
Relationships & Communication
How to Help Your 3- to 6-Year-Old Learn Sharing and Taking Turns
Practical ways to support your child’s early social skills without forcing immediate sharing or using shame. Includes a two-week observation table and guidance for siblings, preschool, public play, multilingual homes, disability, and neurodiversity.
- 3-6 Years
Relationships & Communication
Social Skills for 3–6 Year Olds: Friendship Through Play
Simple ways to nurture friendship skills at home and in preschool through play, with practical phrases, role-play ideas, and a two-week observation table.
- 3-6 Years
Relationships & Communication
How to Support Your Child’s Friendship Skills at Every Age
Friendship skills evolve with age. Learn how to guide your child through each stage—from parallel play to privacy and boundaries—without pushing popularity or a fixed number of friends.
- 1-3 Years
- 3-6 Years
- 6-9 Years
- 9-12 Years
- 12-18 Years
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Relationships & Communication
Talking with Teens: Family Communication
Learn how to keep conversations flowing with your adolescent while respecting their growing independence and privacy. Discover practical strategies for timing, listening, setting boundaries, and navigating conflict without damaging trust.
- 12-18 Years
Relationships & Communication
Friendships at 9–18: How Parents Can Help
Friendships shift between 9 and 18, but how can you support them without overstepping? Learn to spot healthy bonds, handle conflicts, and balance privacy with safety.
- 12-18 Years
Relationships & Communication
Sibling Jealousy When You Have a New Baby (0–12 Months)
A new baby changes family routines, and older siblings may react with frustration or confusion. Learn how to support every child while protecting your infant and keeping the peace at home.
- 0-12 Months
Relationships & Communication
Friendship and Bullying at 9–12
Learn how to recognize, respond to, and prevent bullying in friendships for kids ages 9–12. Practical steps to support your child’s emotional safety and confidence.
- 9-12 Years
