K-State Research and Extension

Family and Child Development

Everyone could use a little help knowing what's best for children, teenagers and young adults now and then, and K-State Research and Extension can provide that help!  From developmental milestones during the early years of life, to biting toddlers, moody middle-schoolers and teens wanting to test their wings, we have information to help parents and caregivers not only get through it, but master parenting and thrive.

Developmental Milestones:  Guides for Parents

• The First Year
• The Second Year
• The Third Year
• The Fourth Year
• The Fifth Year

Attachment

• Building a Secure Attachment
• Nurturing and Attachment

Choosing Care for Your Child

• Child Care Centers and Preschools
• Child Care Homes

Infant and Toddler Behavior

• Baby, Be Calm!
• Baby, Be Good!
• Biting

Elementary School and Beyond

• Is My Child Ready to Stay Home Alone?
• Helping Your School-Age Child Develop a Healthy Self-Concept
• The Importance of Friendship for School-Age Children
• Trim Back-to-School Stress
• Take Time Away from Technology
• Balance School / Family Time

Parenting Teens

• Common Stresses for Parents of Teens
• Communicating with Your Teen
• Communicating with Your Teen: Social Networking and Cyberbullying
• Communicating with Your Teen: Negotiation
• Communicating with Your Teen: Talking about Sex
• Communicating with Your Teen: Trust
• Living with Your Teenager
• Parenting Young Teens: Early Dating
• Is Your Teen Relationship Smart?

Stepfamilies

• Stepping Stones for Stepfamilies
• Taking Time to Think About My Family
• Building a Strong Couple Relationship
• Building Step Relationships
• Understanding a Child's Realities
• Understanding Financial and Legal Matters
• Working With Others