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Vending Machines at School Impact Students' Nutrition, Study Says

by Elizabeth Humphrey, Posted Dec 3rd 2010 1:00PM

Selections in school vending machines have a direct impact on whether a student's daily food intake is balanced, a new study shows. Credit: Paul J. ...Today's school lunch? How about chips, soda, a candy bar and maybe some cookies? Just hit the vending machine.
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Maturity Plays Role In Talking to a Child about Death

by Elizabeth Humphrey, Posted Nov 28th 2010 7:52PM

Death can be hard to discuss with a child. Credit: Getty Images
No matter your religious beliefs, death is a subject that, at some point, a parent ...No matter your religious beliefs, death is a subject that, at some point, a parent will need to discuss with a child.
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Amazing Kids: Sweet Sisters Tend Honey Hives for Lives

by Elizabeth Humphrey, Posted Oct 20th 2010 2:59PM

Carly and Molly Houlahan started Hives for Lives following their paternal grandfather's death from cancer. Credit: Hives for Lives With a big ...Hives 4 Lives has donated more than $170,000 to cancer research.
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10 Questions to Ask - or Avoid - at Your Next Parent-Teacher Conference

by Elizabeth Humphrey, Posted Oct 1st 2010 4:00PM

Asking questions is the first step to better parent-teacher communication. Credit: Getty Images
Sweaty palms, cotton mouth, the fear of raising ...Sweaty palms, cotton mouth, the fear of raising your hand ... if teachers and classroom settings made you nervous as a kid, the thought of your next parent-teacher conference might still cause anxiety. Take a deep breath. Knowing what to ask -- and which questions to avoid -- can help calm your fears.
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Simple Steps to Help With Homework

by Elizabeth Humphrey, Posted Sep 23rd 2010 4:00PM

Find a quiet spot for your child to do homework. Credit: Getty Images
As early as kindergarten, kids start bringing home worksheets, projects and ...Homework quickly becomes a way of your child's school life, and, as a parent, there are steps you can take to help make learning at home fun and (at least sort of) enjoyable.
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How to Volunteer at Your Child's School

by Elizabeth Humphrey, Posted Sep 20th 2010 3:00PM

Some schools require parents to volunteer. Credit: Chris Hondros, Newsmakers / Getty Images
Parents offering their services in the classroom may ...Parents offering their services in the classroom may not be a new idea, but things have changed since your mom joined the PTA. Volunteering is now a requirement at some schools, but don't fret: There are painless and fun ways to volunteer, even if you missed signing up early during the back-to-school orientation.
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Want to Change Your Child's Classroom? Talk to the Teacher First

by Elizabeth Humphrey, Posted Sep 2nd 2010 10:02AM

Your child might not like the teacher as much s the other kids, but is it time to move her to another classroom? Credit: Getty Images
"I don't ...
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Back to School: Healthy Lunch Ideas for Kids

by Elizabeth Humphrey, Posted Aug 30th 2010 4:00PM

Healthy lunches can be tasty, too! Credit: Craig Kohlruss, Fresno Bee / MCT
When it comes to healthy lunch ideas for kids, stick to the ...
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New Jersey Teen Creates Book Program for African Girls

by Elizabeth Humphrey, Posted Aug 27th 2010 12:00PM

Shannon McNamara, back row, far right, stands with some of the original 2008 SHARE girls from the Kiteyagwa Primary School in Bukoba, Tanzania, East ...
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Celebrate Baby's Arrival with Creative Birth Announcements

by Elizabeth Humphrey, Posted Jul 27th 2010 11:31AM

When designing birth announcements, new parents might consider using creative added elements, such as a band that wraps around a photo. Credit: Alee ...
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