Free Printable Immunization Waiver and Vaccination Exemption Forms

Printable Immunization and Vaccination Waiver Forms for Parents of School Children Each state has it's own laws regarding school immunizations and vaccination requirements. But one policy is nationwide; parents have the right to waive immunizations and vaccinations for their children. Here are free printable waiver forms. Read More

Back-to-School Shopping: Avoid Itchy, Stretch Clothing to Prevent Chafing and Rashes

Back-to-School Shopping: Clothing with Lycra, Spandex May Cause Allergic Reaction and Rash
Back-to-School shopping means outfitting children with comfortable clothing. Many styles of childrens' clothing are made with Lycra, spandex and other nylon fabrics. Stretch fabric may be comfy, but they can cause allergic reactions and rashes.
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Back-to-School Shopping: Backpack vs. Messenger Bag for School Supplies

Back-to-School Shopping: Backpack Vs. Messenger Bag for School Supplies
I've bought many school backpacks, messenger bags, totebags and book bags over the years. For the safest, most user-friendly school book bag, a backpack is better than the messenger bag. Here are backpack shopping considerations.
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'Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution' Takes on Obesity in Fattest City Huntington, WV

Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution Visits the USA's Fattest City; Huntington West Virginia
Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution features British chef Jamie Oliver trying to take a bite out of obesity. Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution first and second episodes take on school officials and food services in Huntington, West Virginia.
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Children and Yoga in the Classroom: Foster Fitness and Learning

Yoga in School Classroom: Stretching and Breathing for Healthy Body, Healthy Mind In school classrooms, we often put the cart before the horse. Before we can educate a child's mind we must tend to his bodily needs. A tired, hungry, uncomfortable child does not learn well. Using yoga stretching fosters learning. Read More

Elementary School Health and Fitness Program: Kids Read and Ride

Kids Read and Ride: North Carolina Elementary Connects Exercise with Education in Fitness Initiative
Each year the nation's juvenile obesity level rises while fitness level decreases. Marvin M. Wade Elementary School in Winston-Salem Public Schools, North Carolina, has implemented a novel approach to fitness: 'Kids Read and Ride'.
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Test Anxiety: Coping Skills

Test Anxiety: What it is and How to Combat It
Describes the psychology and physical effects of test taking anxiety. List many ways for students, parents and teachers to prevent and heal test anxiety.
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Swine Flu aka H1N1 Virus Health Tips

Swine Flu H1N1 Pandemic Possible
Swine Flu, a Type A influenza virus broke out in Mexico and has resulted in 150 deaths so far. There are 64 cases reported in the U.S. so far (updated to 223 from time of publication). What can we do to prevent this deadly disease from becoming a pandemic? Add CDC badges to websites.

Bacterial/Viral Spinal Meningitis

Spinal Meningitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Viral and bacterial meningitis information. What is meningitis? How do you get it? What are the symptoms? Based on experience and research.
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ADD and ADHD How to Help without Drugs

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD): Helping Kids Pay Attention in Class
Got bored, sleepy students in class? Skip the Adderall or Ritalin. Here's a surefire way to get students to wake up and pay attention to their lessons! It's easy, it's free, it's painless and best of all it really works!
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