 |  | | From Amanda Rock, your About Parenting Editor | | | Like dominoes falling down in a line, first days of school are starting to sweep the country. This year, the first day of school is pretty monumental for our family – we have a child starting high school, a child starting middle school, and a child starting kindergarten. No matter when your child starts school or what grade they are entering, the About.com Parenting team is here with lots of great advice and ideas for a wonderful year (and in my case, a big box of tissues!). | | | | Grandparents and Social Media | | | | | While the new calendar year doesn’t start for another five months, for me, September is when I really take stock of my home, my family, and our routines. In my mind, the first day of school is a big reset button – a chance to start over again fresh with lots of good habits and plans in place. Katherine’s got some great ideas for making the transition back to school easy and organized. READ NOW | | | | Starting middle school is a big milestone in a tween’s life and it is likely your child has lots of questions and concerns (as do you!). Jennifer shares some great ways you can prepare your child for the start of middle school, from taking a tour and trying out that brand-new locker, to talking about what might be worrying them. READ NOW | | | | When my very-soon-to-be high schooler started kindergarten, I was with him every step of the way -- attending orientation together, going back-to-school shopping – we were in it together. Now I’m lucky he lets me know where the high school is. I’m joking of course, but there is a fine line that parents need to consider when getting involved with teens and school. Amy explains the best ways to offer support and guidance. READ NOW | | | | If you’ve got a preschooler, then you are likely getting ready for the first first day of school! Congrats! There is a lot you can do to help your little one feel confident and secure as he begins his academic journey, from getting a good night's sleep to making sure you are on time for drop off and pick up. READ NOW | | | | | | An every-morning rundown of the day in history, with headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Click here to sign up! It's free (of course) and we think you'll like it! | | | | | Want More From About.com? | | | | Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics
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