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3 Tips for Good Winter Health
A couple weeks back we touched on the subject of helping your elementary child avoid colds and flu this winter. As incidents of cold and flu have only escalated since then I think we’d do well to...
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Earth Day Activities for Elementary Ages
“Treat the Earth well; it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children. We do not inherit the Earth from our Ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” 21st Century...
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Traveling with Kids: Fun Games on the Go
Whether traveling by plane, train or automobile children get bored on a lengthy excursion. How many times have you heard the expression, “when are we going to be there?” It may be easy to pack an...
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How to Help Your Child Succeed at Team Sports
Children love being part of a team. It is exciting to play a game to win, especially with cheering fans looking on. While there will always be a slight chance of injury if a child takes part in team...
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Goblins, Ghosts, and Ghouls!
Goblins, ghosts, and ghouls! Traditionally quiet neighborhood streets are about to be placed under siege by throngs of costume wearing youngsters in their quest at filling their trick or treat bags to...
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Cooking With Kids – Just the Basics
We all have one thing in common. We like to eat. As young children, most of us never gave a second thought to the preparation time that went into the meals we were served. We just knew that come...
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The Important Gift of Giving
When all through the house there arose such a clatter… As elementary schools dismiss for the holiday season, excited children prepare to spend a couple of weeks completely underfoot in anticipation of...
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How to Schedule; It’s Elementary
Your child has entered elementary school, and a good portion of her day is consumed by school. This might make scheduling easier than the preschool days that filled only a few hours a couple days a...
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Keeping a Healthy Lifestyle with Elementary Aged Kids
Ahh. . .elementary school years. They are such a wonderful time of learning. Of course, not all learning is ABCs and 123s. One of the biggest revelations can be the mind-blowing introduction to junk...
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How to Make Family Dinners Awesome
Mealtimes should be happy routines for your kids. Remember that pleasant eating experiences are just as important as nutritious foods. At this age, the kiddos are developing their food habits and...
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Bring Out the Board Games Instead of TV
Each year a national initiative aims to make turning off the television a rewarding experience. It’s a time to help families reconnect and children rediscover the simple joys of activities other than...
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Taking Flight with your Child and Surviving!
The finish line is in sight for our children. School is almost out for the summer and for many that means vacation time. There is planning around every detail of the trip; however, many do not think...
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Benefits of Elementary-Aged Kids in the Garden
Elementary-aged children are extremely curious little creatures. Curious about everything except new foods and apparently vegetables. There is a very easy way for parents to get kids excited about...
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It’s Time for Back to School Shopping
Have you ever experienced a “before-school-starts” nightmare to try and find the “coolest” clothes or the most efficient tablet? I have. Hopefully some of these “I’ve been there” tips will help get...
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Morning Routines: The Elementary Years
We beg of you, please tell us that there’s a morning routine for your elementary aged child. If you haven’t created one and your mornings are chaotic and prone to emotional outbursts, it’s time to...
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