Children

Summer Fun For Less Getting the most out of your summer doesn't have to break the bank. Just get a little creative and let the fun find you. Word Count:539
How To Talk To Your Children About "Sexting" Technology is central to young people's relationships-and parents need to understand what it all means. Word Count:378
American Teens Get Ready For Work American teens are all business when it comes to building careers, but most young people say corporate jobs will have to take a backseat to their intrest in science. Word Count:377
Boomerang Babies Back At Home A growing number of empty nesters have seen their children flock back home. Word Count:375
The Jonas Brothers Nick Jonas has type 1 diabetes. Word Count:2
Cut Costs, Not Corners For Back-To-School Consider these tips for making smart choices. Word Count:609
Turning Gift Cards Into Charitable Donations Gift cards have become a popular option when shopping for people for special occasions. And thanks to a clever new program, those plastic certificates are also becoming a popular way to support favorite charities. Word Count:375
Tips For Managing Allergies If your child ever joins the millions who suffer from allergies, you should know that reducing contact with airborne allergens such as dust and pollen can help prevent the onset of symptoms. Word Count:350
Families Flip-Flop To The Beach For Less A terrific backdrop for rich memories does not have to put a hole in your wallet. Word Count:335
Soccer Program Celebrates with Giveaway The Uniroyal Soccer Program is supporting youth soccer by giving away a ball each day this year. Word Count:425
Helping Kids Cut Their Losses At Camp Preparing for summer camp can be as stressful as it is exciting, and-while it's normal to worry about your kids--you don't want to do the same about their stuff. Word Count:426
Gear Up For A Summer Trip To Remember Coordinating the ideal trip takes a little work, but with the right equipment and gadgets, it can be one for the scrapbooks. Word Count:425
Unique Opportunities For "A+" Teachers Students, parents and entire communities have the opportunity to nominate the best teachers to attend an all-expense paid professional development program designed to bolster teaching of math and science. Word Count:352
Warm-Weather Tips For Parents With Chronic Conditions Parents who have a chronic condition can balance taking care of their children with taking care of themselves--even when kids are home for school vacations. Word Count:671
Taking Pride In What You Serve Your Family It's easy to take pride in what you serve your family if you start with quality products. Word Count:489
FDA Approves New Use Of Drug To Help Thousands of Children A recently approved drug use may help many of the thousands of children living with a rare but serious disease. Word Count:709
Tips For Road-Tripping On $150 A Day Tips for families looking to shave costs. Word Count:397
Tips To Save And Stay Safe This Summer: Sports And Camp Physicals Available At Take Care Clinics For $30 A youngster is examined at a Take Care Clinic prior to engaging in summer activities. Word Count:481
Tablet Computers Prepare Students For Tomorrow's Technology Many university students have jumped on the tablet bandwagon. Word Count:421
Important Baby-Safety Essentials For Your Home Whether you have a new baby on the way or a little one just learning to walk, arm yourself and your home with basic safety essentials. Word Count:508
Make The Most Of Bedtime Tips on making bedtime better. Word Count:402
Providing The Best Environment For Teachers Schools are only as good as the people who teach there, so a recent study looked at differences in the attitudes of private and public school teachers. Word Count:404
A Lousy Problem Affects Millions Did you know that head lice have a life cycle, and if not properly treated can continue to lay eggs (nits) and hatch for several weeks? This can result in hundreds of lice nesting in your child's head. Word Count:217
New Initiative To Help Improve Learning Potential Making sure kids get proper nutrition and exercise can help boost their academic performance. Word Count:386
Tips On Having Fun Without Breaking The Bank There's good news for consumers looking for aggressive ways to cut costs and trim household budgets. Word Count:334
Moms: Female Scientists Need Your Help Despite a stalling economy, careers abound in science, and it's up to mothers to make sure their daughters are ready to take advantage of it. Word Count:409
Camping: Family Fun For Less A great vacation doesn't have to require a lot of money. Word Count:419
A Summertime Treat For A Backyard Campout According to a recent national survey, nearly 60 percent of Americans may celebrate one of their family vacations with a "staycation" this year. Word Count:443
Get Off The Couch With Active Family Games A popular line of active games exercises the bodies and minds of kids (and parents). Word Count:392
High School Senior Manages A Rare Disorder While Pursuing Her Dreams Breanna Hardy, a 17-year-old from Franklin, Wis., was only a few days old when doctors diagnosed her with PKU following a standard heel-prick blood test. Word Count:637
Tips For Students To Fend Off The Reading Slump Students don't have to experience an academic slump during their vacation if parents heed a few helpful tips. Word Count:388
Technology Ties Families Together Keeping the family's electronics organized is an essential part of making a home into a comfortable nest. Word Count:288
Help Your Kids Swim Through The Learning Slump And Still Have Fun Vacations offer wonderful opportunities for families to refresh themselves and reconnect, but parents know that much learning can be lost when children are away from school for longer than a weekend. Word Count:419
Hope And Support For Couples Unable To Conceive New types of programs could help many of the millions of American couples facing a common problem: infertility. Word Count:400
Water Safety Suggestions If you ask most kids what they are looking forward to doing this summer, chances are it has something to do with water. Word Count:346
Bringing Up Baby (On A Budget) Babies may be priceless, but raising one these days can be costly. Word Count:409
Digital Storybooks A new line of storybooks merges digital technology with classic tales to inspire children to read. Word Count:177
Embracing The Beauty Of America's Blended Fabric Multiracial children have unique hair care needs. Word Count:351
Mastering Math Can Add Up To Success A strong foundation in math gives students--and parents--something they can count on. Word Count:480
Scholarships Totaling $25 Million Recognize Determined Low-Income Students While many students dream of obtaining a college degree, life sometimes gets in the way, particularly for those dealing with personal responsibilities at home or in their communities. Word Count:411
Top Tips On Capturing Family Memories A picture may be worth a thousand words, but for many families, the right vacation photo could be priceless. Word Count:500
Vision Is Key To Infant Development Parents can bring their infant to a participating optometrist for a no-cost eye and vision assessment. Word Count:396
Warm-Weather Fun That Won't Break The Bank If a family vacation isn't in the budget this season, there are plenty of affordable ways to have fun in the sun on your home turf. Word Count:382
Keeping Youth Out Of The Adult Justice System Putting young people in adult jails serves neither the interests of the young people nor the communities the practice is supposed to protect. Word Count:421
Family Fun With Ice Cream It's tough to top ice cream when it comes to kids' favorite treats. Word Count:367
Tips To Help Children Develop Strong Reading Habits Getting a child to read can be challenging, but a recent survey found that 96 percent of U.S. and Canadian parents recognize the importance of having strong reading skills for school and as an adult. Word Count:387
Treating Colds And Coughs When kids come down with a cold or cough, the first thing mom wants to do is make them feel better. Word Count:408
Tips For Tummy Trouble Doctors have helpful information for parents concerned about a child's upset stomach. Word Count:183
Combat Cabin Fever With These Fun And Easy Indoor Play Ideas It's always a good idea to have a few fun activities in mind for those days when children can't go play outside. Word Count:351
What Follows After Surviving Childhood Cancer The prognosis has improved for children with cancer. Word Count:384
Teaching Teens Dollars And Cents There may be at least one benefit to the state of the economy: It's helped teach American teens some valuable lessons. Word Count:329
Tips To Help Spark Your Child's Interest In Science Parents can help their children appreciate science and generate enthusiasm to discover the world around them in several ways. Word Count:410
A Wash A Day Can Help Keep Spring And Summer Allergens Away From Kids Researchers may have found a way to improve children's health and their parents' wealth. Word Count:406
Volunteers Look Out For Foster Children A volunteer program is seeking people to advocate for children in the foster care system. Word Count:401
Tips On Bringing Home The Right Shelter Dog Shelters across the country are home to many wonderful dogs that are just waiting for someone to adopt and love them. A few tips from the experts can make it easier to find the right dog for your home. Word Count:455
Tales Of Nostalgia Sometimes a trip down memory lane can be the best way to remember what's important. Word Count:207
Warm-Weather Tips To Keep Kids Healthy And Safe Having nutritious snacks on hand is essential when your family's on the go. Word Count:377
Caring For A Child With Autism As doctors, families and schools learn more about autism, people living with autism have overcome obstacles to lead healthful, meaningful and productive lives. Word Count:369
Vaccines: What Every Parent Should Know Keeping your infant safe and healthy is an important part of caring for your baby. Word Count:461
Six Steps To Prepare Yourself For Parenthood Having a baby changes everything. That's why it's so important to ask other parents for advice and observe how they meet new challenges. Word Count:433
Helping Local Children Play Ball When it comes to fielding a youth baseball team, entire communities pitch in. Word Count:318
Student Loan Debt Relief There's good news for college graduates who are struggling to pay off student loans. Word Count:309
4-H Ignites The Wind Of Change Millions of 4-H young people across the country are participating in innovative programs that address one of the most critical issues of our time--energy. Word Count:204
Women Tackle Stress Head-On With Exercise Women can get a jump-start to leading a healthy lifestyle by participating in the Aflac Iron Girl National Event Series, which is open to women of all ages and fitness levels. Word Count:478
Game System Builds On Nine Years Of Premier Play At an age when most game consoles are retired or obsolete, one popular unit continues to thrive. Word Count:382
Brushing Up On Children's Dental Health Modern diets can contribute to acid erosion--loss of tooth enamel--in adults and children. Word Count:459
Contest Seeks Pint-Size Role Models A new contest is honoring children who work to make a difference in their communities. Word Count:418
Selecting A Preschool There are many questions to ask when selecting a preschool, but it's important to find a good fit for your child's unique needs. Word Count:410
Improving Teens' Financial Literacy Teaching teens how to make informed and responsible financial decisions is one of the most valuable lessons parents can provide-and an increasing number of moms and dads are taking steps to ensure that young adults develop good money habits. Word Count:381
Celebrate Mom This Mother's Day Ever since Woodrow Wilson's official proclamation of Mother's Day in 1914, nervous husbands and eager children have struggled to find the perfect gift for Mom. Word Count:416
Moving Your College Student Home Helpful tips to make a student's move home go smoothly. Word Count:235
NBA Star Tyson Chandler Dunks Myths About Asthma While Challenging the Nation's Youth At The Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Basketball Skills Challenge Recently released asthma guidelines suggest physical activity can help lungs work better. Word Count:621
Children In Poor Countries To Get Free Insulin And Diabetes Care A new program is helping to improve the odds for children in developing countries who have type 1 diabetes. Word Count:474
Bake Sales Make A Big Difference No child should have to grow up hungry--especially in the world's wealthiest country--yet 12.4 million American children remain at risk. Word Count:346
Teaching Children To Be Environmentally Conscious Environmental education starts at home. Word Count:357
Tips On Fighting Playground Infections There's good news for parents who want to do more to help keep their family healthy. Word Count:347
Read With Kids Challenge Takes Off An innovative campaign hopes to take reading to new heights by encouraging adults to read books aloud to children. Word Count:340
4-H Sets Careers In Motion Millions of young people today become confident, skilled adults ready for future life success through their participation in 4-H programs. Word Count:190
Women Seek Natural Ways To Complete Their Families The joys of parenthood may be easier to achieve than many couples realize. Word Count:322
Teaching Preschoolers To Love The Earth It can be easy to help preschoolers love the environment and feel connected to the Earth. Word Count:460
New Drug-Free Solution Offers Hope For Allergy Sufferers The solution to this year's allergy problems may lie in a gel. That's good news, because experts predict that pollen counts will reach all-time highs this year due to global warming. Word Count:154
Reaching Students In The Digital Age Today's classrooms use a variety of digital technology to help engage students. Word Count:405
Science And Math Scholarships Each year, hundreds of high school students from around the world receive a science and math scholarship to attend a weeklong program in Washington, D.C. Word Count:130
Hopeful Family Solutions In Tough Economic Times As our current economic crisis puts a strain on more families, it may be time for a Parenting Stimulus Package to keep our homes a nurturing place for our children. Word Count:607
New Law Helps Keep Pools Safe Few things are as refreshing as a dip in the pool, but it's important to always keep safety in mind when you swim--especially if children are around. Word Count:373
Teaching Teens Ethics Today's teens feel they are ready to make tough ethical decisions in the future but their confidence may be misplaced. Word Count:332
Preparing For A Family Outdoor Recreation Vacation If you're looking for a fun way to get away with the whole family, a cycling vacation could be just the ticket. Word Count:361
Coping With The Stress Of A Child's Illness In order to be effective caregivers, parents need to take care of themselves--and their stress. Word Count:373
Combating Childhood Obesity: Instill Healthy Habits Early Tips to help toddlers develop lifelong healthy eating habits. Word Count:425
Keeping Children Safe In The Sun In addition to sunscreen, kids should have UV-protective clothing to help shield them from the sun's harmful rays. Word Count:401
Plan Your Next Sports Team Outing Online Booking sports team travel online leaves more time to gear up for the big game. Word Count:537
Riding The Rails Into American History A popular train from children's literature will pay tribute to America's history--and love of trains--on a nationwide tour. Word Count:408
Treating Pinworms Is A Family Affair Warmer weather doesn't just signal the return of picnics and family vacations. It also means it's pinworm season. Word Count:378
Help Make A Child's Wish Come True For Aubrey, wishing to be a superhero was about more than playing dress-up. Word Count:501
The Game Of Doing Good Maybe it is better to give than receive, but many believe it is the combination of both that has the power to change the world. Word Count:372
Using The Web To Safeguard Families From educational Web sites that help teach fire safety to background check services that can be used when hiring a babysitter, experts say there are a number of ways by which the Web can help keep families safe. Word Count:340
Classics Go Manga When the classics meet the highly popular form of graphic storytelling known as manga, the result is an engaging new form of reading enjoyment. Word Count:204
Avoiding Constipation In Children Constipation, though rarely serious, can be a problematic condition for children and parents. Word Count:203
More Fruits And Vegetables, Please Making sure children eat a healthy amount of fruits and vegetables may require some creativity. Word Count:390
Tax Credit Scholarships Get Passing Grades A growing number of legislators and policy makers are taking a closer look at an innovative scholarship program designed to provide parents and children with a wider range of educational options. Word Count:358
Selecting Age-Appropriate Video Games Parents are increasingly able to find video games suitable for children of all ages, including young boys. Word Count:346
A Healthy Pregnancy Should Include. A Trip To The Dentist? Studies show a correlation between dental health and healthy pregnancy. Word Count:408
Popular "High School Musical" Trilogy Inspires Video Game Karaoke Fun With a new interactive karaoke game, you can kick it like one of the seniors at East High. Word Count:322
Keeping Local Sports Fields In Shape A unique program could give local sports fields and parks a much-needed face-lift-and the result could be happier, healthier children. Word Count:367
Traveling--And Touring--As A Family Many families are finding the road to togetherness may lead away from home. Word Count:402
Free Reasons To Smile A new kind of savings program gives vacationers a host of free add-ons to any Central Florida trip. Word Count:186
Creative Kids 6-12: The Next "Pop" Artists? To mark the 50th birthday of a popular snack, kids are invited to redesign its signature tube. Word Count:341
Finding The Best Way To Get Supplies Has Been A Learning Curve Schools are getting a better grade on purchasing the supplies they need, thanks to an efficient new debit card system designed specially for them. Word Count:558
Yellow School Buses: Greener Than Many Think Here's good news about the environment that may surprise you. Word Count:382
Living Proof That Bone Marrow Registration Saves Lives Every year, more than 10,000 people are diagnosed with life-threatening diseases that can be treated with a bone marrow transplant. Word Count:341
Fun Snacks Keep Kids Smiling--And Healthy There are plenty of ways by which parents can get even the most finicky little eaters to enjoy healthful foods. Word Count:284
Tips To Help Children Conquer Reading An annual reading program can be a terrific way for parents to foster a love of books in their children. Word Count:420
Children Invited To Learn About Disabilities By Creating A Unique Friend For Arthur Helping a child understand and appreciate the differences in others can be easier than many parents realize. Word Count:432
World's Largest Collection Of White Alligators As part of a special exhibit, four rare white alligators are making their home, for a limited time, in central Florida. Word Count:370
What Every California Parent Should Know Give your boy a reason to want to become a reader. Word Count:318
Smaller And Better A healthful, bite-sized breakfast may help improve kids' focus and success in school. Word Count:164
Those Who Live Together Travel Together Family vacations are increasingly involving multiple generations. Word Count:331
Opening The Secret Door To Another World A fascinating new video game allows players to open the door to a "fantasical" new world. Word Count:404
Natural Ways To Keep Kids Clean And Safe Natural grooming products are a helpful way for parents to protect their kids inside and out. Word Count:313
Affordable Ways To Keep Smiles Bright In recent years, the association between oral health and one's overall health has been well documented. Word Count:366
Online Community For Navy Families Navy parents and those with children who are either in the Navy or are considering enlisting can now get answers from other moms and dads. Word Count:457
Is Your Child Safe In Your Home? Tamper-resistant outlets help protect children against electric shocks and burns. Word Count:378
Bunk Beds Safer Than Ever, But Caution Still Needed Do not play on or around: When a child has a bunk bed, it should only be used for sleeping. Word Count:336
Stay Fit During Pregnancy A world of benefits to you and your growing baby is at your feet. Word Count:383
The Three Robbers One of the most beloved children's books has been republished for a new generation. Word Count:188
Making Family Memories Is Priceless Creating lasting family memories need not cost a lot of money or overwhelm your budget. Word Count:433