Family Meals Establish Lifetime Nutrition Habits

Family Meals Establish Lifetime Nutrition Habits Eating together establishes good habits later in life, according to researchers at the University of Minnesota. In the study of more than 1,500 people, surveyed once during high school and then again when they were 20 years old, participants were asked questions about how often they ate with their… Read more »

Summer Learning for Easy Back to School Transitions

Summer Learning for Easy Back to School Transitions The summer is a wonderful time for children and parents to have fun, enjoy the great outdoors, and spend some time away from the daily routine of school. However, by incorporating some activities and structured learning opportunities parents can help kids stay sharp and avoid losing some… Read more »

Ready to Learn

Ready to Learn For young students, success in school starts with being able to take turns, cooperate, and follow directions.  Here are ways to build these skills so that your child can start the year off right. Taking Turns: At school, your youngster will need to wait his turn, whether he wants to answer a… Read more »

Keeping the Love Alive Even with Small Children

Keeping the Love Alive Even with Small Children Every family has gone through it – lots of passion and spice in your relationship and then the children come along. Somewhere along the way those alone times you used to spend with each other are replaced with babies, children crawling into bed with you in the… Read more »

The Importance of Teaching Your Children Good Manners

The Importance of Teaching Your Children Good Manners It’s no secret that raising children today is a tough job. With all of the influences they have in their lives, keeping them on the right path is never easy. One area that will never be “out of style” when it comes to raising good kids is… Read more »

Play These Games to Spur Your Child’s Imagination

Play These Games to Spur Your Child’s Imagination Children start out full of creativity and imagination, and parents can help nurture it as they develop and grow. Play these games with your children to keep their minds active and alert: • Costume play. Encourage games of dress-up. Keep old clothes, hats, and scarves around so… Read more »