August 26th, 2008 by admin
By Kymythy R. Schultze, C.N.
http://www.kymythy.com/
When your child’s verbal loop switches from “I’m bored, there’s nothing to do” to “I don’t wanna go to school!” you know the time has come to do your parental duty and properly prepare them for another academic year. You’ll buy them notebooks, backpacks, pencils and books. But, are you also putting every effort into insuring that their brain is fully charged? A child with good brain health has the opportunity to be more successful in their schoolwork, and that translates to a better school year for both of you. There are many factors that affect brain health, and in this article we’ll focus on a few things you can do to make a positive difference in your child’s learning and memory function. Read the rest of this entry »
June 12th, 2008 by admin
Timothy walked into STRONG Learning Center for his tutoring session, but that day he was too distressed to begin his schoolwork. “Every morning I have to wash my face, get dressed, comb my hair, brush my teeth, and eat breakfast,” he blurted. “And my mom wants me to feed the cat too! How many chores can a kid do? I probably have more chores than any ten-year-old in the world!” Read the rest of this entry »
February 29th, 2008 by admin
Who Else Wants An Easy Parmesan Zucchini Bread Recipe?
Many people like to have their zucchini cooked and mixed with other vegetables. Some people also love zucchini bread among other zucchini recipes. But have you ever tried Parmesan zucchini bread?
Many people actually grow their own zucchini and that is recommended for the best, fresh zucchini. However, not everyone has a green thumb and a garden in their backyard. Luckily for you, you can find organic grown zucchini at your local health food store. That is the closest you can come to picking it out of your garden and using fresh ingredients. Back to the Zucchini bread recipe. Read the rest of this entry »
August 24th, 2007 by admin
It’s the time of the year that most kids have been avoiding; Back To School!
Going back to school can make some kids anxious. Some are starting kindergarten and others are transitioning from elementary to middle school or from middle school to high school. Help your child keep things in perspective by helping them to realize that this new experience is exciting. Encourage them to have a positive attitude about the experience. Back to school can be frustrating and stressful due to poor time management, organizational and communication skills. Start off the school year by leading by example. Set the standards for a responsible, independent, and successful child by living by the core life values you want to instill in your child. If you are always running late or making excuses, your child will assume that this is the attitude to take towards life. Read the rest of this entry »
July 15th, 2007 by admin
Healthy, Quick Breakfast Ideas
by Alice & Mila
Most of us already know breakfast is the most important meal of the day… This is especially true when it comes to kids. We need to ensure their little bodies receive nourishing foods to help them grow and thrive. Read the rest of this entry »
