family life

Group of happy high school classmates walking by school corridor together. (Adobe Stock-#200238277 │ LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS)
Home and Family

Tips for parents of teenagers starting high school this fall

High school brings new challenges for teens and parents. Learn how to help your student start the year with confidence. Read More

Ag News, Lacey, Lacey Vilhauer, Opinion, Outdoors

The best place to be a kid is outside 

Teenager wearing headphones and playing online video games. (Adobe Stock-#478073888 │ stokkete)
Health & Wellness, Home and Family, Youth

Summer screen time tips for families

Father and son playing online game on mobile phone together while sitting on floor. (Adobe Stock-#553398947 │ Drobot Dean)

Navigate the complex world of modern gaming with smart parenting

  • By Mackenzie Schelling │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach