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The Next Idea The thrill of riding a two-wheeled bicycle, clutching the game-winning ball, or making a show-stopping save in soccer are examples of rites…

What can we learn from the children around us? Do we really even listen to them?Christopher Phillips, founder of Socrates Café, has been sharing what he’s…

A bill in the state House would change car seat requirements for Michigan children.Right now, the state's child safety restraint regulations are generally…

Parents who take a "spare the rod, spoil the child" approach to discipline are doing their children more harm than good, according to a new study.The…

Michigan officials say the state is now complying with federal requirements for child welfare and foster care.Gov. Rick Snyder's administration said…

A new recreation center set to open in Grand Rapids will give children with weak immune systems and their families a safe, germ-free place to play.The…

Federal law guarantees that children with disabilities have equal access to education. But what that actually looks like for Michigan kids very much…

Parenting a mentally ill child can be one of life's greatest challenges.When you keep asking questions, keep searching for mental health care that can…

The city of Lansing is launching an effort to coordinate programs aimed at improving the lives of young people, especially children of color.Mayor Virg…

Today is the day. After months and months of debate, Healthy Michigan is here. That's the official name for the state's newly expanded Medicaid program.…