Summary It's addictive, it fills the halls and yards of schools, and teenagers both spread it and get bitten by it. Gossip. The chatter about who's easy and who sucks up to teachers is innocent and fun, right? Well, for some, gossip is a dark enemy that can hurt feelings - and even ruin lives. In this week's feature report we talk to several teens as well as psychologist Dr. Ester Cole and youth counselor Donna Reid. Reality Check: Old people and babies Steve Pratt walks us through his comparison of his father Courtney and his baby daughter, Cedar. How to: Get your kids to play alone Author and parenting expert Barbara Coloroso along with daycare owner Alyson Chapman talk about the benefits of solitary play and how to get your child to enjoy playing on their own. When you want to encourage solitary play, create a space where children can be messy. Don't over-schedule your child's day. Furthermore, show your kids that you enjoy your own solitary time. Video diary: Working with your parents - the Bissoon/Silveira Family They say that the family that plays together, stays together, but what about the family that works together? Adam, Nathan and Lucas are brothers and work part time at their parent's restaurant/café. We lent them our video camera to see what life is like when your employer is Ma and Pa.

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