Ages & Stages
What works at 5 rarely works at 12. This hub groups our guides by age so you can find advice that fits your child right now — from board books to first phones to heading off to college.
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- Age ranges are starting points. Your child's maturity and interests matter more.
- Revisit family rules each school year; what fit last year may not fit now.
- Older kids accept limits better when they help set them.
Guides in this topic
Screen Time Rules That Actually Work, by Age
How much screen time is OK? Simple rules for toddlers through teens that you can actually keep.
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Before You Buy Your Child a Phone: Ages 8–12
Decide whether your child needs a phone, compare simpler options, and build a clear family plan for contacts, apps, privacy, and daily use.
8 min read
Help Kids Ages 6–9 Choose Books They Can Read Alone
Help your child find a book they can enjoy reading alone, with a quick page tryout, a few real choices, and a no-pressure plan for tricky parts.
9 min read
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