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First Peace Corps volunteers look back0
- What Others Are Doing
- September 15, 2011
Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Members of Colombia One, the first group of volunteers to serve in the Peace Corps almost 50 years ago, are credited with helping pave the way for the more than 200,000 Americans who followed in their footsteps. These trail-blazing humanitarians look back on
READ MOREParental counseling may help kids’ sleep0
- Family & Kids
- September 14, 2011
According to a study from Australia, discussing sleep strategies with your children can help them settle into school with better nighttime routines. The study found that children tend to have better bedtime routines and fewer sleep problems when they have sleep-related consultations with parents. Pediatric sleep specialist Judy Mindell says, “Making sure your child goes
READ MORETaking the Dread Out of Phys Ed0
- Family & Kids
- September 14, 2011
Gym teacher Tony Brant inspires her middle school students to make exercise an enjoyable and healthy habit. Brant emphasizes fun exercises and games that students can incorporate into their daily lives, and even has them keep an “activity log” with a goal of 60 minutes of exercise per day. This approach is becoming increasingly popular
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Family matters: Divorce brings new parenting challenges0
- Family & Kids
- September 14, 2011
As you know, divorce is something that affects many families today so it can be challenging for parents to figure out the best way to handle things for their children. Check out the answers to some common questions that divorced parents are facing, including how to handle dual household rules and dealing with communication issues.
READ MORESolar-powered ice cream truck: Transform! (Video)0
- Green Initiatives
- September 14, 2011
There is a new kind of ice cream truck hitting the streets: solar-powered. This ice cream truck, created by solar company Sungevity, harnesses energy from the sun so that kids in can enjoy organic ice cream treats. The truck also sports the company’s logo and website, as well as facts about harnessing energy from the
READ MORERecycle used plastic bags (Even Ziploc sandwich bags)0
- Green Initiatives
- September 14, 2011
Many people know that plastic shopping bags can be recycled, but did you know you can recycle plastic sandwich and kitchen storage bags, too? To help our environment, you can now recycle sandwich and freezer bags at many supermarkets and grocery stores. Not to mention, you can claim rewards for each Ziploc bag that is
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