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Information: This category lists sites created for kids and teens under the age of 18 that provide information about families and all aspects of family life. This page was last updated on October 11th, 2008
Real Families, Real Fun
The modern information source for kids and parents to help make family time quality time. Features activity tips, winning travel destinations, easy recipes, and reviews of family entertainment. http://www.realfamiliesrealfun.com/
Why Do I Fight With My Parents So Much?
Short article explains why teens who are developing their own identities may find themselves at odds with their parents so often. http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/question/emotions/fight.html
Things to Expect When Your Mom Is Pregnant
It's normal for a kid to have happy and sad feelings about having a new brother or sister. Read this article to find out what else to expect after your mom says she's pregnant. http://kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/home_family/mom_pregnant.html
Coping With an Alcoholic Parent
Explores why parents drink too much, how it harms their families, and what children can do to help. http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/families/coping_alcoholic.html
Family Youth Services Bureau
Offers resources on issues related to young people and families. Includes information on the Federal Runaway and Homeless Youth Program, materials on positive youth development, and links to resources for young people and parents. Sponsored by the U.S. De http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/fysb/
Kids With Single or Working Parents
Explores what it's like to have single or working parents and how to deal with some of the challenges. http://kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/home_family/single_parents.html
Talking to Your Parents - or Other Adults
Whether it's an everyday issue like schoolwork or an emergency situation, communicating with parents and other adults can be helpful. This article explores the benefits of talking things over and explains how to deal with communication breakdown. http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/families/talk_to_parents.html
Facts on Foster Families
Explains what a foster family is, why kids live with them, and what happens afterwards. http://kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/home_family/foster_families.html