Erin McMullen, kindergarten teacher at James Avant Elementary in Washington Park, works with her class. Joshua Carter Belleville News-Democrat With the next school year just a few months away, parents ...

Back-to-school checkups are doctor appointments that usually include a physical exam, screenings for vision and hearing, and a review of immunization records. Also known as a comprehensive physical or ...

Working on fine motor skills can help to enhance kindergarten readiness. Source: Cottonbro/Pexels Many children enter kindergarten without the skills needed to be fully ready to participate in ...