Children

Safer Walks To School
A new program could be an important step toward keeping children around the world safe as they walk to school.
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Parents' Guide To Good-For-You Gaming
A few simple guidelines can help parents ensure that their kids are making the most of game play time.
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Sports Parenting: How To Win, Even If The Team Loses
Pointers on what parents can do to keep a sport rewarding for their children.
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Keeping Kids Entertained During Long Road Trips
Grown-up gadgets designed for kids are a great way to occupy little hands during long trips.
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Managing The Family Schedule
Parents can avoid school stress by making sure everyone gets enough sleep.
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Preparing That Bedroom For A Surprise Guest
Before your young college graduate looks for room at the top, you may want to think about getting that extra bedroom ready for a surprise guest.
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Free Online College Handbook
Navigating the college admissions process and paying for a higher education just got easier.
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It's Time To Think About Their Lunch Drinks
Nutritionists say that flavored milk can be a secret weapon to help kids drink more milk and get the calcium and protein their growing bodies need.
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Supportive Parents Play A Key Role In A Child's Success In School
Increasingly, academic success requires parents and children to work as a team. That's why it's important for parents to prepare their children by offering advice and tools that will further their academic careers.
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Students Stop Stains This Semester
Tips for laundry first-timers.
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One Creative Kid Chef Could Win A $25,000 Scholarship Fund
As parents prepare for the back-to-school season, packing school lunches such as the traditional peanut butter and jelly sandwich is a great way to stick to the family budget and satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
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Taking Pulse Of Voters On School Choice Issues
Substantial support for school choice reforms cuts across major demographic subgroups.
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Wish I Had This When I Was In School
As students prepare to head back to school, there's the annual frenzy in the electronics section in every store across the U.S. as students equip themselves with the latest accessories and tools to get off to a good start.
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Family Meals For Less Than $3 A Serving
A delicious, nutritious dinner for four can be easy to make and inexpensive to put together.
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Teens Vote To Have Voices Heard In '08
A new program will hold teen elections in malls.
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Things That Fall Under A New Mom's Radar
With so much to do in preparation for the new baby, there are a few things that some parents, and not just new ones, accidentally let fall under the radar.
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Parents: It's A Good Time To Catch Up On Missed Vaccinations
If your child or adolescent has missed any shots, check with your doctor about getting back on track.
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Tips For Easy Fundraisers
Picture this: Raising funds can be easier than you imagine if you follow a few tips from the experts. It may be even easier if you have a camera.
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Healthy Smiles Get An A+
Proper oral health is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. That's why many parents want their children to get a good grade when it comes to school-year dental care.
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Keeping A Kid-Healthy Home
Pound for pound, kids eat, drink and breathe much more than adults and are therefore exposed proportionately to more contaminants that food, beverages or the air might contain.
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Protecting Children
A more effective system for tracking and linking data about child abuse may help protect children in the future.
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School Lunch Packing 101
Busy parents know the start of the school year equates to a packed planner filled with everything from recitals to soccer games to parent-teacher conferences.
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Moving Children To Learn: Tips For Parents
Whether it's dancing, running or just playing outside, it's a smart idea to keep kids moving--and for more reasons than you might expect.
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Car Seat Safety: What Parents Should Know
The LATCH system was designed to make it easier for parents to install child safety seats correctly.
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Software Lets Parents Follow Students' Progress
With many schools using student information software, parents and students are increasingly able to leverage the Internet to track academic progress and impact achievement.
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Talk To Your Children About School Bus Safety
While today's school buses are the safest, most technologically advanced they have ever been, parents still need to take a moment to talk to their children about school bus safety.
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During Family Time, Take It Slow And Steady
In the new "Tortoise vs. Hare" film, it's 15 years later, and the racing rivalry continues.
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Do As I Say AND As I Do--Parents Need To Be Role Models For Healthful Eating
Here are some easy steps parents can take to keep their kids happy.
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Book A Brighter Future For Your Child
More parents are getting the word that helping kids to love the written word is an effective way to improve their lives. By getting kids to love reading, you can help them succeed at school--and later in life.
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Dictionary Project Gives Students The Gift Of Words
Through a national initiative, service organizations are helping third-grade students learn with their own personal dictionaries.
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College-Bound Students--Time To Get A Real Calculator
Tips on how to select a calculator for the college-bound student.
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Could Your Child Have Autism?
Early intervention, diagnosis and treatment are crucial for children with autism.
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Do Your Homework On Head Lice
Tips to help keep head lice from being present at school roll call this year.
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Brainy Backpacks Bust Kids' Boredom
Parents who plan ahead--whether it's for a family road trip or the ride home from school--find they can actually look forward to some quality time in the car.
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Inventions Help Make Life Easier For Parents
A variety of new products, developed by parents for parents, allow them to spend more quality time with their little ones.
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Helping Moms Spend Quality Time With Children
There are ways that first-time moms can spend quality time with their youngsters while still managing to tend to their busy lives.
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Teaching Students To Score On And Off The Field
When school bells ring, the sound of a referee's whistle is usually not far behind.
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A New Kind Of Family Road Trip
PBS's children's programs and Web content help families get moving on a virtual road trip.
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Start Kids Cooking In The Garden
One way to increase kids' interest in healthy eating is to start them growing nutritious foods in the garden.
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Tips For Packing Healthier School Lunches
Lunches that make the nutritional grade can help your kids get better grades.
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Following The Planner: Four Easy Steps To A Happy And Healthy Play Date
By planning ahead, parents can make sure that kids (and grown-ups) have a fun time during play dates.
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Keeping Kids Safe Online
Simple and practical advice about how to protect children and be actively involved in their digital lives.
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How Hidden Germs Can Threaten Your Family's Health
Results of a new global study and survey reveal that while American families are making a concerted effort to keep their homes clean and safe, they could be doing more to help protect themselves and their children from dangerous germs.
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Three Easy Tips For Starting The Week Off Right
Coordinating the family schedule can be a challenge, but a few handy online tools can help to simplify life.
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Do Something 101--Lend A Helping Hand
According to U.S. Census data, families will spend in excess of $7 billion getting their children ready for school--and more shoppers are hitting the stores early to stock up on school supplies.
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Child Safety Seats: Choosing And Using Them Right
"Four Steps For Kids" safety guidelines.
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Revealing New SAT Guide
Preparing for the SAT doesn't have to be an expensive or overwhelming experience, according to a revealing and groundbreaking new SAT guide.
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Disney Characters And Circus Are Family Favorites
Looking for ways to spend quality time with children is often the highest priority for parents.
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Where Are All The Kids?
The next time you walk through the neighborhood, you might have a hard time finding a barefoot kid chasing down a toad, or building a tree fort in the woods.
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Making The Move To College
A few tips--including renting the right-sized truck and having a packing plan--can help make the move to college go smoothly.
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Parents And Kids Cook Up Nutritious Snacks And Family Fun
Parents can work with their budding chefs to teach them about good nutrition and how to enjoy healthy food for a lifetime.
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Get An "A" In Comfortable Dorm Living
There's no reason to feel crowded when space is sparse.
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Healthy Idea: Kick The Kids Off The Couch!
When the kids are out of school, it's never a good idea to let your couch become a popular parking place for TV watching.
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Seven Simple Steps To Save For College
The sooner you start saving for college, the more time your money will have to appreciate.
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Tips For A Successful School Year
Whether it's the beginning of the school year or well into the semester, sometimes helping a child succeed academically means understanding how he or she learns best.
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Parents Are Part Of Equation For Teens' Math Success
Tips for parents to help their teen find the right path to math success.
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Safeguarding Your Family And Your Home
According to Yale Medical Group, about 45 percent of unintentional injuries occur in or around the home.
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Artful Ideas To Create A Memorable Baby Shower
When a baby's coming, it's time to gather up family and friends and plan a party that promises laughter, joy, advice and the essential must-haves for welcoming the little miracle into the world.
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Travel Tailored For The Younger Generation
A popular Caribbean resort caters to the younger set, with plenty of kid- and teen-friendly activities.
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Private Student Loans: How To Spot Deceptive Offers
Pay attention to college loans.
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New "Wave" In Travel Brings Families Closer
Multigenerational travel is not only a growing trend, it's hitting closer to home and taking to the water.
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Potty Training Can Be Fun And Engaging For Both Parent And Child
Talking to children about potty training and using toys and props can make them feel more at ease.
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Safety Tips For School Trips
With field trips, like everything else, safety is no accident.
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4-To-Year-Olds May Need One Less Shot
Vaccinations help protect children from serious diseases, but getting your child vaccinated isn't always easy.
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Web Site Helps Parents Keep Kids From Smoking
Parents who are actively involved and educated on the subject can successfully keep their kids from smoking cigarettes and engaging in other negative youth behavior.
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Staying Close To Get Away
For many families, the latest vacation trend is hitting close to home--literally.
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Students Can Work To End Bullying
A unique program that teaches kids the value of kindness may help cut down on bullying in schools.
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America's Top 10 Youth Volunteers Named
America is paying tribute to 10 middle and high school students from across the country for their extraordinary efforts in serving others through volunteerism.
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Preschoolers Explore Cultures, Learn Through Music
On PBS KIDS, Miss Rosa encourages children to explore new cultures and experiences.
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Safeguarding Your Family's Financial Future
Building a family nest egg that won't crack could involve having something known as term life insurance.
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Finally...A Healthy Alternative To Soda
At home and at school, children now have a fizzy, flavorful and, most importantly, healthy beverage option.
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Female Scientists Work To Make Breakthroughs
One woman, Dr. Laura Lapham of Florida State University, is studying possible new energy sources at the bottom of the sea.
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New Hot Spot For College Students
Florida, known internationally as the center for hospitality and consistently ranked as one of the top 10 destinations in the world, can also be a great place to study.
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Financial Management Tools Enable College Students To Manage Money
To meet the needs of students looking to augment their financial management knowledge, financial services companies create new programs aimed at providing fuller levels of financial understanding.
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Breakfast Brain Food Is The Best Way To Start The Day
One way to prepare your kids for a successful school or vacation day is to stock the refrigerator with hearty breakfast foods high in antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids and choline, such as eggs.
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Creating Everyday Miracles For Children
Finding the money to provide care for 17 million children at 170 children's hospitals in the U.S. and Canada could be considered something of a miracle.
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Edibly Fun, Easily Done Recipes
For parents contending with a throng of hungry, thirsty kids looking for some munchies, they'll be happy to know they can easily turn their kitchen into a neighborhood hot spot.
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Getting In Gear For A Family Road Trip
Even if gas prices are high, experts say domestic travel is generally more affordable than going abroad.
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Video Games Bridge Generation Gap Between Fathers/Sons
Old-school gamers are now bonding with their kids over the latest video games.
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Tips On How To Vacation In Comfort
By taking comfort into account, parents can help ensure a more enjoyable vacation experience for the entire family.
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Kids And The Constitution
Most children don't spend much time thinking about the Constitution, the rights it guarantees and how its principles govern many aspects of their daily lives. Fortunately, two books for middle-school-age children help present these principles in action, in a way children can really relate to.
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Beloved TV Characters Can Come Along For The Ride; Perfect For That Summer Trip
With new video game titles, youngsters can follow the adventures of favorite characters from TV shows and movies.
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Exploring The "Sunny Side" Of Tobacco Use
While there may not actually be a "sunny side" to tobacco use, a new campaign takes a satirical look at just how misleading some tobacco advertising can be.
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Plush "Pets" Straight From The Web
One of the most popular tween sites on the Web, Neopets, is a safe online destination where users can "adopt" virtual companions called "Neopets."
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Teaching Children The Art Of Written English
It's important for children to learn how to communicate through the written word.
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Pushing Polio To The Brink Of Eradication
To achieve a world free of the crippling disease polio, there's an effort under way to raise $100 million.
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Scholarship Program For Low-Income Students Determined To Succeed
There's a scholarship program that recognizes students who have overcome significant obstacles to pursue their education.
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Fun Attractions To Keep Everyone Entertained
The trick when traveling with the family is to choose destinations that everyone--from the littlest toddler to teenagers--will enjoy.
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Family Vehicle Vacations Can Be A Great Deal
You won't have to go far to figure out the best vacation value. Experts agree that even with the rising cost of gas, the traditional family summer vacation by car costs less, is more convenient and is not as stressful as flying.
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Kids And Technology: Diversion Or Addiction?
Good news for parents and educators concerned that young people may spend too much time online.
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Healthful Eating
By learning the ABCs of DHA, many parents are discovering a delightful way to protect their little ones' hearts, brains and eyes.
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Keep Kids Fueled With Fiber
A free pocket guide can help families make fiber-smart choices both at home and when eating out.
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A Program Designed To Protect Children With Autism
Raising a child is a challenge. Raising a child with an illness or disability such as autism is a journey with unprecedented struggles along the way.
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Locking Medicine Cabinet Secures Medicine, Valuables
According to The Partnership for a Drug-Free America, prescription drug abuse by teens and young adults in the United States is a serious problem.
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Protect Your Skin, Naturally
Nutritional supplements may help support skin health.
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Quick And Nutritious Breakfast Tips For Warm--Weather Mornings
Summertime tends to conjure up images of lazy days spent relaxing on the beach. In reality, the warmer months can be just as busy and hectic as the school year.
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Planning A Family-Friendly Trip
Mapping out fun family travels can be easier than vacationers might expect.
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Safe Products For Baby
When it comes to providing the best possible products for babies, mothers often know best.
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Playful Tips For Positive Parenting
Learning more about how children develop and grow can transform the ordinary tasks of parenthood into extraordinary moments. Here are a few playful tips.
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Kicked-Up Mac And Cheese In 10 Minutes
On-the-go moms know that getting the whole family around the dinner table each night can be a challenge. Yet, putting delicious and nutritious meals on the dinner table doesn't have to take up the bulk of precious family time or break the budget.
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Essential Tips For Beginner Fish Keeping
While keeping an aquarium can be a relaxing hobby, it requires a fair amount of work to keep your fish happy and healthy.
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Give The Gift Of Safety
Tips for protecting your teen driver.
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Helping Children Get Smart About Money
It could pay to teach kids about managing money--and financial experts say the earlier the lessons begin, the better.
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Moms Satisfy Picky Palates Using One Recipe, Four Ways
In the time it takes to make an everyday dinner, parents can easily create four meals out of one.
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Campaign Plants Trees At Schools Across The U.S.
In a single day, more than 800 trees were planted at schools and parks across the U.S.
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Reading Up On School Choice
A growing number of parents have given high marks to school choice programs.
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Vision Protection Helps Kids Avoid Eye Injuries
An eye doctor can help you identify specific eyewear to protect your child from unnecessary eye injuries.
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Time For Togetherness
Weekends and vacations can offer many wonderful opportunities for quality family time without the distractions of busy weekday schedules. Here are some easy and inexpensive ideas.
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Keeping Families Safe Behind The Wheel
If you're like many parents, you're no stranger to the road.
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Five Tips For Affordable Family Road Trips
The kids playing patty-cake in the backseat, dad pointing out the largest ball of twine, mom singing songs and telling stories--for many, the road trip is the quintessential family vacation.
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Nutrition Education For Children And Families
Nearly 16 percent of children and adolescents are overweight in the U.S.
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Survey Shows Allergies Taking A Toll On America's Youth
Having a treatment that works--and is safe--is important to children and adults whose nasal allergy symptoms interfere with everyday life.
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Filling Grandparents' Houses With Children's Laughter
A printing mailbox can be a convenient way to get regular pictures of a new grandchild.
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Lemonade Stands Create Young Philanthropists
Aside from juice, profit and fun, another thing your child can squeeze from his or her lemonade stand is an appreciation of the value of giving.
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From Dishwashers To Diapers, Moms Are Today's Innovators
The Mother of Invention Grant Program helps deserving moms bring their innovation dreams to fruition.
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Prom: A Time To Protect Teens From Abusive Relationships
Experts say a simple conversation with teens could help them avoid abusive or violent relationships.
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Traveling Sales Crews: What You Should Know
The next time an unexpected knock on your door turns up a young salesperson with a sympathy-worthy sales pitch, you might want to think twice about supporting what may be a traveling sales crew.
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Why It's Important To Learn About Cerebral Palsy Today
We all know the importance of making sure a child is healthy, but parents may not be aware of the signs and symptoms of major developmental disabilities, such as cerebral palsy (CP).
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Help Make It A Safe Summer: Don't Serve Alcohol To Teens
A national campaign to reduce underage drinking focuses on the "social sources"--parents of other teens, older siblings and friends--from whom most teens who drink get their alcohol.
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Eighth-Grader Turns Life-Long Genetic Condition Into Science Project
Project Highlights First And Only Drug To Treat Metabolic Condition, PKU
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Get To Know The Tree Next Door This Spring
This season, why not show a little appreciation and acknowledge the trees within our communities that beautify our front yards, line our roads and provide shade in our neighborhood parks?
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Rescuing Diamonds From The Rough
Before kids can break out their gloves and batting helmets for baseball and softball leagues this summer, it's increasingly important to ensure the fields on which they are practicing and playing are safe.
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Swim Safety
Tips for swim safety.
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Sending Help Around The World
It seems many Americans are given to helping others.
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Acne Care: A Total Approach
The best step teens can take toward improving their skin may be to adopt a consistent skin care routine.
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Expanded Opportunities For Teachers
There's a new way for elementary-school teachers to get a chance to improve their math and science teaching skills.
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The Time Is Right To Step Up To A Digital SLR Camera
Here are important features to look for when stepping-up from a point-and-shoot to a DSLR camera.
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Teen Superstar Works To Minimize Technology Gap
Efforts to minimize the technology gap in schools may soon hit the right chord thanks to a partnership that includes teen superstar Jordan Pruitt.
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Celebrating The Strength And Courage Of Cancer Survivors
Bright Starts celebrates the courage and strength of breast cancer survivors, strong personal supporters or advocates.
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Energizing The Kids
Model building can be a terrific way to develop a child's creativity.
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Look Fabulous Through Your Fourth Trimesters
Having a baby is the most exciting time in your life, but your changing figure can be a challenge.
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Pushing Stroller Safety
As more parents use jogging strollers, baby carriers and bike trailers to enjoy the outdoors with their toddlers, experts stress the importance of protecting children from spinal cord injuries.
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A Parent's Tips For A Head Lice-Free Summer
You don't have to let lice put the bite on your child. Here are hints on how to avoid picking up nits.
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The Benefits Of Growing Up With Pets
A pet can be more than a warm, furry or feathered friend that greets you when you return home. Growing up with pets can be good for a child's health and development. Research has shown that interacting with pets can contribute to a child's self-esteem and self-confidence.
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Sunscreen Made Simpler
By now, most Americans are aware of the dangers of sun exposure. For children, the risks are especially high, because just one blistering sunburn can double the risk of skin cancer later in life.
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A Fun Time Starts By Following Safety Rules
No matter what the attraction, following safety rules can help ensure that a fun time is had by everyone.
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Tips On Increasing Swimming Pool Safety
If you want to make a splash with swimming pool safety, here are some tips.
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It Makes "Cents" To Share
A new online community helps parents-and helps them help the environment at the same time.
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The College Admission Essay: Your Chance To Shine
Your college admission essay is your best chance to shine--to show who you are, how you think and why you deserve that spot in the freshman class.
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Time To Play
Research shows that children who play with adults demonstrate greater creativity and problemsolving skills.
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Childhood Is Calling
Moms and dads can help their kids enjoy the magic of childhood with a few simple pointers.
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A Road Map For Mothers And Daughters
A beautiful road map for strengthening the crucial bond between mothers and daughters has arrived.
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Family Film Nights Foster More Togetherness
A good move, many parents have found, is to have a family movie night--especially on days when the kids are out of school.
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Examining A Family's Medical Expenses
Giving your health insurance a checkup could be a smart way to save money.
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Design A Stylish Nursery
Artist and designer Ron Briere shares some tips for turning that cluttered office or spare guest room into baby's own corner.
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Design A Stylish Nursery
Artist and designer Ron Briere shares some tips for turning that cluttered office or spare guest room into baby's own corner.
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My Little Miracle
Every birth can be considered a miracle, but for those whose parenting journey has been more challenging, a baby can seem even more miraculous. A nationwide contest, now in its fifth year, celebrates the resolve shown by the thousands of women who take fertility treatments to achieve their dream.
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My Little Miracle
Every birth can be considered a miracle, but for those whose parenting journey has been more challenging, a baby can seem even more miraculous. A nationwide contest, now in its fifth year, celebrates the resolve shown by the thousands of women who take fertility treatments to achieve their dream.
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Organizing The ADHD Family
Getting organized may top many a family's "to do" list. Fortunately, getting organized--and checking off more items on that list--may be much easier if you use some tried-and-true organizational methods.
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Organizing The ADHD Family
Getting organized may top many a family's "to do" list. Fortunately, getting organized--and checking off more items on that list--may be much easier if you use some tried-and-true organizational methods.
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Survey Grades The State Of Homework
How much value do teachers, parents and students place on homework assignments? The answers may surprise you.
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Survey Grades The State Of Homework
How much value do teachers, parents and students place on homework assignments? The answers may surprise you.
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More Bang For The Buck In Orlando
There are a number of ways for families to save on a vacation to Orlando, and many of them start with a trip online.
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Generation Y Finds New Ways To Help
We are often referred to as the "Internet Generation" or the "Reagan Babies," but by definition we are Generation Y.
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Spreading Olympic Cheers
This year's Olympics are being held in China, but you probably won't have to travel far for American athletes to hear your cheers.
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Avoiding Weight Gain In College
Researchers say possible explanations for the weight gain in freshman and sophomore college years include more drinking, more socializing that involves eating, high-fat foods in dorm cafeterias and less physical activity.
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What To Eat During Weekend Road Trips
Packing a healthy lunch before hitting the road can save you time, money and unwanted fat and calories.
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What To Eat During Weekend Road Trips
Packing a healthy lunch before hitting the road can save you time, money and unwanted fat and calories.
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Minors and Online Surveys
Children, age 12 and younger, offer marketers an abundance of useful information.
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Peace Of Mind About Babies' Eye Health
A no-cost public health program provides one-time comprehensive eye and vision assessments to infants between 6 and 12 months of age.
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Matching Teens With Success
Sometimes it's easier to reach the top of a profession when you have someone to look up to-and many of today's teens have just that.
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Private School Teachers Are Making The Grade
Close-knit relationships with students, faculty and administrators; small class size; and greater academic freedom-these are some of the reasons teachers say they enjoy teaching at independent private schools.
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Keeping Meals-And Families-Safe
Home cooks who follow a few tips could keep safety on the menu-and food-borne illnesses off of it.
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Seconds Count When Your Child Gets Burned
Of all the items that should be in a well-stocked kitchen, first aid treatments might be the most important.
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Ice Cream Scores At Minor League Ballparks
Ice cream treats are just another thing to enjoy when spending time with the family at a minor league baseball game.
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A Real Head Scratcher For Parents
Each year approximately 6 to 12 million children between the ages of 3 and 12 years of age are infested with head lice-causing many parents to scratch their heads and wonder what they did wrong. The answer: probably nothing.
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Delaying Vaccinations Puts Young Children At Risk
Protecting your child's health means getting him or her vaccinated on time, every time.
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Good News For Shel Silverstein Fans
"Don't Bump the Glump! And Other Fantasies" by Shel Silverstein is back.
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Packing For Summer Camp
As if getting your kids ready for summer camp weren't crazed enough, here's the new question that could be on parents' frazzled minds: Did I remember to pack their business cards?
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Symptoms Of ADHD In Adults May Lead To Potentially Serious Consequences
There is hope for adults with ADHD.
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Help Kids Gear Up For The Game
More and more, parents are keeping an eye on ways to protect their youngster's vision.
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Talking To Teens About Medicine Abuse
There are ways parents can help prevent their teens from abusing prescription drugs--a dangerous situation that's more common than you might think.
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Fighting Superbugs
It seems parents have yet another reason to get kids to keep their hands clean: superbugs.
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Timely Vaccination Is Key To Helping Prevent A Potentially Serious Disease
A simple vaccine can help prevent a common, highly contagious condition in children.
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How Smart Parents Handle Medical Emergencies
In a medical emergency, every second counts-and this is especially true for children who live with food allergies.
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Free Crisis Counseling For Troubled Teens And Parents
An organization hotline that helps over 50,000 troubled teens every year wants to extend free counseling to help teens and their parents.
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Parents: Family Driving Contract Important For Your Teen
Parents can help keep their newly licensed teens on the road to safety with a parent-teen driving contract.
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Celebrate Birthdays On A Grand Scale
Just about everyone loves cupcakes.
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Make Your Best Effort To Prepare For The Worst
There are simple ways to prepare your family before a disaster strikes.
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Connecting Young Victims With Help
A new service may help many young crime victims find the help they need.
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Make Every Day Feel Like Mother's Day
Moms are often so busy taking care of everyone else that they end up putting themselves at the bottom of the to-do list.
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Scholarship Program Recognizes Young People With Crohn's Disease
A leading biopharmaceutical company will award scholarships of up to $10,000 each.
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Water Program Brings Wave Of Support To Children
About 70 percent of the Earth's surface is water--but only a drop in the bucket is drinkable.
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Warmer Weather Means It's Pinworm Season
Surprising as it may seem, there's a highly contagious intestinal worm that infects 40 million Americans each year.
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Survey: Teens Eager To Learn About Money
Parents have a number of day-to-day opportunities to talk to their teens and teach them about money.
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Vascular Health
A free online book can help children learn how to improve their vascular health.
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TLC's Felicia D. Stoler Provides Tips for Healthy Family Lifestyles
There are easy ways to incorporate healthy habits into your family's life.
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