26 May

Awareness of bullying has dramatically increased in America over the last few years. There are many stories in the news about the disastrous consequences that sometimes take place. However, many people who are not around the bullying on a regular basis fail to see the reason that it may be taking place. Previously, it was […]

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22 May

Children can be very trusting of others, an issue that can lead to serious problems if a stranger’s intent is malicious. While many strangers are nice, a child needs to learn to recognize a situation to avoid stranger danger from those who aren’t trustworthy. A parent can help a youngster by teaching and reinforcing the […]

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19 May

It seems as if every day on the news there are new reports of weapons in schools. When this happens, students, teachers and staff are all put at risk, due to the unpredictable circumstances that can take place. However, it is important to evaluate why these students are bringing weapons to school and what can […]

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15 May

With so much digital stimulation available today such as video games, tablets and the like, instant gratification has become the most important consideration for a child to deem an activity as fun. But whatever happened to good, old-fashioned play time? Many kids end up sitting on the sofa with a device in their hands rather […]

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12 May

Carson City California is working to pass an ordinance making the act of picking on others a crime. This is just the latest in a trend over the last few years to pass legislation aimed at putting a stop to bullying, including a similar ordinance that was passed in a Wisconsin city. What city officials […]

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08 May

Did you know that the amount of nutrients kids need to grow changes as they get older? Take a look at the childhood nutrition facts below to learn how much each food group your child needs.   Kids age 2-3 Calories  1,000-1,400 Protein  2-4 ounces Fruit  1-1.5 cups Vegetables  1-1.5 cups Grain  3-5 ounces Dairy  […]

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05 May

Bullying is not new, nor does in occur sporadically. According to the 2011 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System, 20 percent of students in grades 9–12 experienced bullying. In any social setting where children gather routinely, vying for power and acceptance can occur, which can create an uncomfortable environment.   Motivators behind bullying Intrinsically, bullying is […]

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01 May

Parents want to help their kids be successful, but often fear they’ll teach them the wrong things, or teach them in the wrong way. Luckily, responsibility is something that can be taught by example and explanation as much as by enforcement of rules.   Learning Responsibility by Example Parents are the best models for their […]

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