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On Amusement Parks: A Teen’s Confession

by Louise August 3rd, 2011| Helpful Hints, Teen Perspective
I doubt many kids will say no when presented with the idea of going to an amusement park. Actually, it's every kid's dream: roller coasters, fried dough, cotton candy, and the chance to win an enormous stuffed animal as a take-home prize. What could be better? I used to

Zhu Zhu Pets Review

by T Akery August 1st, 2011| Elementary, Helpful Hints
For a single Christmas, the Zhu Zhu pets were the hot item to have. Nearly every child seemed to want one. For their retail pricing, they were a relatively cheap toy to acquire. That was until the stores shelves were emptied. Since then, the shelves have been restocked and

Take a Magic Carpet Ride

by Lori Sciame July 28th, 2011| Preschool
Imagination.  That's what a parent of a preschooler must nurture in his or her child. Why? A vivid imagination allows a child to dream big and to "think outside the box."

As exhibited in a 2009 Wall Street Journal article, "child-development experts are recognizing the importance of imagination and the

Dealing With an Obese Child

by Jacob P. July 27th, 2011| Teen Perspective
Childhood obesity is becoming a more and more prominent issue in today's world.  With an estimated 1 out of 3 kids being obese, it can not be considered a minor problem.  Sadly, the fight against obesity itself is fraught with problems.  Both sides of the coin are wrong.  So,

The Fight Over School Clothes

by T Akery July 25th, 2011| Tweens
The fight over school clothes is one that lasts for quite some time. It is one of those fights that is seemingly unavoidable between parents and tweens. An all-out fight can be avoided if you and your tween come together when shopping for school clothes.

It is important for you

Where Do Babies Come From?

by Ronald A. Rowe July 22nd, 2011| Elementary
My older son recently came to me with some questions. He was confused by a news story he saw about Jaycee Dugard, the girl who was kidnapped when she was 11 and was finally freed at age 29. In the interim, she had two children. First, he wondered how

The Sing-A-Ma-Jigs Review

by T Akery July 20th, 2011| Helpful Hints, Infants/Toddlers
The Sing-A-Ma-Jigs is a toy made by Fisher Price. With the reputation of the company, you expect a decent toy product and it really doesn't disappoint. Even though it is made for kids, secretly adults will find some amusement in playing with them.

They are a plush toy that look

Creating Successful Playdates for Your Preschooler

by T Akery July 14th, 2011| Helpful Hints, Preschool
Playdates with friends are a necessity for preschoolers. Not only do they help with key social skills, they keep your preschooler from becoming too bored this summer. They also allow you as a parent to communicate with another adult.Your preschooler will meet new friends during the school year and

Children Should Eat to Live

by Lori Sciame July 11th, 2011| Elementary
Mouth-watering fast food ads on TV beckon us into their establishments for the latest taste sensation. Soft drink manufacturers proclaim that their products quench a thirst better than water. Grocery stores tempt consumers with pre-packaged, calorie-laden foods by making them relatively cheap and easy to prepare.

This is just a

Nintendo 3DS Review

by T Akery July 8th, 2011| Product reviews
Nintendo 3DS has been out on the market since March. It certainly has garnered a lot of attention for its ability to produce a 3D effect. The questions are whether it is worth the $250.00 price tag and if it is still better to just to get the Nintendo

The Cost of Raising a Child

by Ronald A. Rowe July 7th, 2011| Elementary
The US Government - who you can trust implicitly, just ask them - has pegged the cost of raising a child from birth to age 18 at a whopping $286,860 (adjusted for inflation). For a two-child

Party Planner Primer

by Lori Sciame July 4th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers
Parties. Lots of them!

If you just had your first baby, there are countless celebrations in his or her future, such as baptisms, naming ceremonies, and birthdays. Whatever religious and cultural traditions you follow, you will soon invite family and friends to your home to help celebrate your precious
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