Most parents who are sending their kids to camp for the first time know that their child will experience some homesickness, and research by clinical psychologist Christopher Thurber, Ph.D., confirms it. By Dana Morgenstein |
Here's some useful information about camp programs and tips on what to ask in order to find the right camp for your child. |
If your child is going to overnight camp this summer, you may wonder how to handle certain situations that may arise. Barbara Davis of the American Camping Association offers the following guidelines for parents: |
The items that campers should bring with them vary a little from program to program, but the following list will help you avoid last-minute scrambling for essential items. |
Here are some tips from the experts at La Petite Academy, which runs summer programs for preschoolers and school-age children nationwide, to help you select a summer camp that is right for both of you. |
Camp care packages would be nice to send, but what should you put in it? What kinds of things would a kid who's already going to be pretty busy need or want? By Maeve Rich |
 | Summer camp can be a great learning experience for kids or a trying nightmare for child and parents. Learn the questions to ask so that you can make a choice that will satisfy your child. |
It may already be too late to register for the camp of your choice. Then again, you may have plenty of time. How can you find out? By Elece Hollis |
How do you compare summer basketball camps to know which is best for your child? Much of your decision should be based on whether your kid wants some fun and exercise or if she wants serious training for high school, college or even professional play. By Elece Hollis |
 | How can a parent determine if a summer camp is safe? The chance of harm is always a risk, even at the safest summer camp. Most camps are extremely safety conscious, and a parent can choose one that is especially vigilant. By Elece Hollis |
