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Kids, Teens & Family (10 posts found)
What Makes a Great Teacher?
Have you ever wondered what makes a great teacher? What separates a mediocre teacher from a terrific teacher? It’s not easy to define, however, here are some qualities named by parents and students.
Here is what parents had to say:
Great teachers set high ex...
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Divorce and Teenagers
There are several books that can help parents to better understand how to help their teenagers during divorce. In her book Growing Up Divorced, author Linda Franke indicates that teenagers are easier to deal with than younger children because they have alrea...
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Keep Your Teen Driver Safe
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), automobile accidents are the leading cause of teen fatalities in the U.S., resulting in 44 percent of all teen deaths. But driving and insurance experts agree: parents play a big role in helping their teens stay ...
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Are Kids Active Enough?
In recent years, our society has become dependent on electronic and digital items - cell phones, computers, video games, and PDA’s have become necessary luxuries. But not everyone benefits from this high-tech dependency we have created. According to the Americ...
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Teen Health Begins at the Gums
According to the American Dental Association, it only takes 24 hours for enough bacteria to form in the mouth to start causing gum disease. Usually this can be solved by brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing daily. But while you may be able to hold your...
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Growing Up Special
Not What We Thought, but Better than We Imagined
Reflecting back on the last 22 years, I am blessed to have experienced this wonderful adventure that has been my life. I was nine when my life changed – my little brother Christopher was born. Shortly after his...
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Mommy and Me Time
Spending quality time with your children may seem hard when both parents and kids are distracted by work, chores, homework, TV and more. However, it is necessary (and fun!) if you want your child to grow up healthy and happy. Here are some ideas to help you nu...
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“Dear Doctor…” Answers on ADHD & Learning Disorders
Answers to Questions about Disorders Treated Through Neurofeedback
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Swimming 101
More than likely a portion of this month’s entertainment will probably take place around some form of water. Whether it’s a backyard, community or neighbor’s swimming pool, a lake, river, stream or even the ocean, we’re surrounded by it in Southern California...
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