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Stay informed on family and education news and insights with The Epoch Times Family & Education section. Explore parenting tips, education policy, and more

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Jun 6, 2026

The Spiritual Child: The New Science of Raising Healthy Children

Dina Gordon
Lisa Miller, a clinical psychologist whose spirituality research is published in top journals, shares how to make children more resilient to life’s challenges.
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Jun 5, 2026

How to Respond to Naysayers When Homeschooling 

Karen Doll
Not everyone approves of homeschooling, but their questions are opportunities to listen, share, and reinforce your confidence.
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Jun 5, 2026

A-camping We Will Go: 5 Tips for Camping With Your Kids

Karen Doll
Family camping trips introduce children to the magic of nature up close, from nighttime sounds and stargazing to fishing and setting up tents.
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Jun 5, 2026

Reclaiming Childhood: How to Give Your Kids an Analog Summer

Barbara Danza
Filling your calendar with park visits, library visits, beach days, and simple home activities replaces screen time with meaningful shared experiences.
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Jun 4, 2026

The Case for Bringing Back Matchmaking

Annie Holmquist
As dating app fatigue grows, singles looking for marriage are left with a difficult question: Where are they actually supposed to meet someone?
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May 15, 2026

Fathers Say Economic Pressure Stopping Them Being the Parent They Want to Be

Rex Widerstrom
Fathers feel economic stress throughout their lives compared to women who feel less stress after the age 46, according to the study.
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May 11, 2026

Dear Graduates: These 4 Choices Make a Rich Life

Jeff Minick
There are a few daily habits that call us to live fully, love deeply, and take the chances that truly matter.
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May 5, 2026

7 Minutes Outside: Reconnecting Kids With Nature

Walker Larson
The crunch of leaves, hum of insects, and cool touch of running water offer children a sensory-rich world that screens can never replicate.
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May 4, 2026

The Identity Trap of Childhood Labels

Barbara Danza
Some labels offer reassurance and support, while others limit growth for years to come.
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May 1, 2026

Here’s to All You Moms: A Bouquet of Quips, Stories, and Jokes for Mother’s Day

Jeff Minick
Moms' superpowers include eyes in the back of their heads, superhuman hearing, and love that never ends.
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Apr 12, 2026

Mary Peabody Mann: Educator, Sister, and Helpmate

Tiffany Brannan
In this installment of ‘The Art of Liberty,’ we meet a Peabody sister who helped improve American education.
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Apr 3, 2026

Faithful Companionship: The Case for Having a Dog

Walker Larson
Dogs ground their owners in the present moment, offering a steady, uncomplicated affection untouched by status, mood, or circumstance.
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Apr 1, 2026

Chivalry in an Age of Algorithms

Jeff Minick
A legendary medieval knight’s life reveals how chivalry—shaped by mentors, faith, and women—still offers a model of character and conduct today.
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Apr 1, 2026

Work, Pay, Connect, and Talk: A Doctor’s Prescription for Raising Good, Strong Sons

Jeff Minick
In a society that measures success by status and income, one father emphasizes character, commitment, and the ability to care for others.
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Apr 1, 2026

The Ancient Roman Code of Manliness and Virtue

Jeff Minick
How Virgil’s 'Aeneid' captured the Roman code of manhood—pietas, gravitas, and virtus—virtues that shaped Rome and later inspired America’s Founders.
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Apr 1, 2026

What Small Children Teach Parents

Walker Larson
From repeatedly asking 'why' to living fully in the present moment, children are untouched by fatigue or familiarity.
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Apr 1, 2026

Love and Art Museums

Walker Larson
The artistic process mirrors the experience of falling in love, and each work reflects a greater truth about the human experience.
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Mar 19, 2026

Why Is America Going Through a ‘Dating Recession’?

Jeff Minick
According to research, a primary cause of the dating slump is lack of self-confidence among young men and women.
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Mar 10, 2026

Novelist Mark Helprin on Learning, Curiosity, and Revitalizing Education

Jeff Minick
'Do it the hard way.' Mark Helprin explains how to fix education—at home and in schools.
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Feb 28, 2026

Is Transgenderism on the Decline?

Walker Larson
Several new studies suggest that far fewer young Americans are identifying as transgender.
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Feb 28, 2026

Why Men Need Sports

Walker Larson
Friendly competition allows men to push through challenges, build friendships, and engage in something bigger than themselves.
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Feb 28, 2026

What ‘Little House’ and ‘A Tree Grows in Brooklyn’ Teach Us About Family Conflicts and Forgiveness

Jeff Minick
Two beloved American authors offer surprisingly relevant lessons.
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Feb 27, 2026

How to Educate a Child Long Before School Begins

Walker Larson
True education begins not in the classroom, but in the home—where a child’s senses, imagination, and love of truth are first awakened.
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Feb 25, 2026

8 Strategies to Graduate College Debt-Free

Mary Hunt
You will never regret working harder than you've ever worked in your life for four years and then graduating knowing your degree is paid in full.
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Feb 12, 2026

From Music Star to Marriage Ministry: Montell Jordan’s Faith Journey

Randy Tatano
After surviving child loss, infidelity, and cancer, Montell and Kristin Jordan now help couples build stronger marriages by putting faith first.
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