School Systems Get $500,000 GrantMiddle school students and educators in Elizabethtown and Lebanon will receive support this upcoming school year from The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The Foundation granted over $500,000 to Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13, Elizabethtown Area School District and Lebanon School District. Together, they have formed the Lancaster-Lebanon Literacy Design Collaborative, a goal ensuring that at least 80 percent of high school students graduate ready for college. |
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Giant Offers Program to Encourage Kids to Eat HealthyThe nutritionists at Giant are offering classes to teach your children to be healthy. In-store nutritionists will be teaching a series of four classes designed to give kids the education and motivation to develop healthy eating and lifestyle habits. |
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Pinwheel Italian CalzonesLooking for a way to sneak a few veggies into your kid's diet? Try these calzones, they are quick and also small enough for little hands to hold and eat. |
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Lancaster General offers Free Healthy Cooking DemoLancaster County residents seeking to improve meal choices or heart health can find answers at Lancaster General Health’s Healthy Hearts program. The free event is scheduled for July 27, from 6:30 to 8:30pm. For information or to register call 1-888-LGH-INFO (544-4636). |
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Action Packed with Lots of LaughterIf you go into ‘Knight and Day’ with the main goal of seeing a fun action flick with some romance thrown in, then you’ll probably love this movie. If you go into it looking for some sort of in-depth plot a la Martin Scorsese, then you’ll be seriously disappointed. It’s a fun popcorn movie. Just go with it. |
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Join Central Penn Parent for The Harrisburg MileTomorrow, July 21 at 6pm, the Harrisburg Mile will be held to raise money for youth and child care programs at the Harrisburg YMCA. The Central Penn Parent staff will be on hand with crafts, facepainting, tattoos and giveaways. For more, visit www.harrisburgmile.com. |
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August Activity to Try: Letter to MyselfHelp your child understand how the mail system works with this fun activity geared to children ages 2 and older. |
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Pirates, Princesses and Superheroes! Oh My!Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center will celebrate its 22nd Annual Rubber Duckie Race and Festival with Dress Up Duckies, on Sunday, July 25 at Lancaster County Central Park. Buy a duck and let it join the 25,000 rubber duckies that will swim down the Conestoga River in support of children with special needs receiving treatment at Schreiber Pediatric. |
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Have Heat Rash? Try This.It's been hot. Really hot. Got heat rash? Try these tips for relief: *Wash the area with a gentle soap, rinse with water, and gently pat dry with a towel. Washing several times a day is recommended. *Move to a cooler environment, and let skin be exposed to ventilation. *Take a cool shower or bath. |
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Vote Could Ban Some CribsU.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) approved a proposal last week for new crib safety standards for full-size and non-full-size cribs. The new rules essentially ban drop-side cribs (up and down movement of an entire side of the crib). For more information, visit www.cpsc.gov. |
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ZooAmerica Welcomes New SpeciesGuests at ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park can spot a new species in The Great Southwest region. Two male ocelots have just arrived in Hershey as part of the 100th anniversary celebration of the creation of a zoo in Hershey. |
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Tips to Properly Position Babies to Avoid Positional AsphyxiaThe Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association and physicians from St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia urge parents and caregivers to properly position infants when using juvenile products. |
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Frozen Chicken Nuggets RecalledPerdue Farms is recalling frozen chicken nuggets because some may contain pieces of plastic. The recall includes 1-pound, 13-ounce bags of "GREAT VALUE Fully Cooked Chicken Nuggets." The establishment number on the recalled nuggets is P-33944. The case code on the bag is: 89008 A0160. |
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Crunchy Cinnamon French ToastStart your day out with a crunch. Enjoy your french toast with a twist in taste that the whole family will enjoy. |
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Medication Clean-Up Day Announced in HarrisburgThe Pennsylvania Medical Society will hold Medication Clean-Up Day August 7 in the Harrisburg region. Residents can help clean out medicine cabinets and drop off leftover medications at the Lower Paxton Municipal Center. This project is a pilot initiative designed to prevent the misuse of prescription and over-the-counter medicines by providing an easy outlet for safe disposal. |
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The Sorcerer's Apprentice is Nothing SpecialThis isn’t the best family movie ever made; you might forget about it the day after you see it. But if the kids are hankering for a summer movie, this one is good family fare. |
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Well Read: Books for Back-to-SchoolPerfect school-related books for children of all ages. These titles are sure to get your child ready for the first day. |
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Baby your Baby's TeethEven infants need dental care. What exactly do those needs include? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends these steps in the checklist below to keep baby’s teeth looking and feeling their best. |
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Why your Child's Tummy May HurtA run-down of what my be causing your child's stomach problems and warning signs for potentially serious issues. |
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Genetic Screening and TestingChances are good that you will go through your pregnancy without giving more than a passing thought to genetic disorders; however, depending on age, family history and results of routine tests, some moms-to-be will be advised to get screened for genetic abnormalities. |
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Tips for Talking about Alcohol with your TeenIt’s a sobering fact, but according to the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, almost 80 percent of high school students have tried alcohol. What’s a parent to do? |
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Things We Love: What's the Staple Item in your Wardrobe?We asked readers what their summer staple wardrobe items where, where they got them, and why they love them. |
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Big Fun in the Big AppleThe first description that comes to mind when you think New York City probably isn’t “family friendly.” But we encourage you to give the Big Apple a chance. After all, there’s lots of fun  and free!  stuff to do there. |
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Boys Will be BoysWhen my second son was born, three days past his due date on a cold February afternoon, I thought I knew exactly what to expect. After all, I knew what boys were like, because I already had one son. I took one look at my new little bundle and all my presumptions were affirmed. He was the spitting image of his big brother, Joshua. It was like de’ja vu. |
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Earn up to a $200 credit with U-GRORefer a family to U-GRO and if they take a tour, get $20. If they enroll, their family and your family get $200. |
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Children's Tiaras RecalledWilton Industries has announced a recall of about 7,300 children's tiaras. The tiara contains high levels of lead, toxic if ingested by young children. The tiaras were sold at Party City, Jo-Ann Fabrics, Ben Franklin Stores, Amazon.com and other retailers from June 2009 through April 2010. |
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Eclipse: Best of the Twilight SagaI really do enjoy the movies, especially ‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse,’ which is the best of the three so far. I wouldn’t say they’re the best movies ever made or anything, but each new film is better than the last. Plus, I’m kind of a geek about vampires, werewolves and other supernatural creatures, so these movies fit right into my scene. I also love a good romance. |
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Want to stay cool or dry this weekend? Stay inside with the Stars!Do your kids love Sesame Street? The stars? Planets? Science? Then check out the cool new planetarium show at The North Museum of Natural Science and History in Lancaster. Children age 2 and under are admitted to the museum free. For more information, visit here. |
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Kohl's to Award $10 Million to SchoolsKohl’s wants to inspire students and school supporters to dream big about what their favorite K-12 school could do with half a million dollars. Today through September 3, visit www.facebook.com/kohls to share what your school could do with the funding, cast your votes, and get more information. |
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Strawberry Pretzel SaladMoms can never go wrong with making Strawberry Pretzel Salad. It will be the first dish gone at any gathering. So, when the traditional family bickering begins, you can quickly end it with some delicious dessert. |
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Pottery Barn Recalls CribsPottery Barn Kids is voluntarily recalling all of its cribs after finding the drop-sides can detach when hardware breaks, creating a space into which a young child can become entrapped, which can lead to suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. If you have one of the cribs, stop using it and contact Pottery Barn Kids for a free fixed-gate conversion kit that will immobilize the drop side. |
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Getting Services From Your Public School for Your Disabled ChildFrustrated with a school district’s failure to meet your disabled child’s educational needs? Special education attorney, Gabrielle Sereni details two federal laws that ensure the rights of disabled children within public school districts. Read her article for further details. |
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Millions of Cereal Boxes RecalledKellogg Co. is voluntarily recalling about 28 million boxes of Apple Jacks, Corn Pops, Froot Loops and Honey Smacks cereal because of a "waxy” smell and flavor coming from the package liners that has made people sick with nausea, diarrhea and vomiting. The company is offering replacement coupons on its website. |
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Despicable Me is As Cute As Can BeAfter seeing ‘Despicable Me,’ I immediately came home and ordered my kids to go see it. Ok, I’m never successful with that sort of thing  they’re teenagers and they’ve seen so many movies that I practically have to beg them to go with me anymore. But ‘Despicable Me’ is just that cute. Everyone should see it. It’s one of those movies that appeals to all ages and genders, and it made me smile goofily from beginning to end. |
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Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice CreamJuly is National Ice Cream Month! I scream, you scream... We all scream for homemade ice cream. Try concocting your very own mint chocolate chip flavor! |
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Baby-B-jeweled Launches New WebsiteBaby-B-Jeweled announced the launch of its new, updated website. Baby-B-Jeweled’s handcrafted collection features sterling silver rattles and keepsake baby shoes ideal for celebrating the arrival of fashionistas in training. |
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The Worst Foods for KidsMsnbc.com has identified the Top 20 worst food for kids in a variety of categories. In the cereal aisle? Avoid Captain Crunch if you want to limit their sugar intake. At the drive-thru? Don't order Burger King's Double Cheeseburger, small fries and a Coke. For the complete list, visit http://bit.ly/arVbzc. |
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Nap Nanny recalled after Infant DeathThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Baby Matters LLC, of Berwyn, Pa., recently announced the voluntary recall of Nap Nanny(r) portable baby recliners. CPSC is investigating a report of a 4-month-old girl who died in a Nap Nanny(r) that was being used in a crib. For more information and product images, visit: http://bit.ly/byGIRt |
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Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center's Day CareSchreiber Pediatric Rehab Center's Day Care of Lancaster County offers free registration with a completed enrollment when this coupon is presented. |
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Dear Teacher: Ready for the Start of the New School Year?What you should ask yourself to see if you, and your child, are prepared for the new school year and a look at common childhood illnesses and how to best prevent them. |
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Oh no! Poison Ivy!Warm-weather months are prime time for children to trek through poison ivy. What can you do if you or your child is exposed? It depends on how soon you catch it. |
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New ideas for lunch box meals: Hoagie DipIn July, we asked readers for their out-of-the-box ideas for school lunches. The winning entry comes from Joy Heisy of Lancaster, who created a new sandwich of sorts. |
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Teens and Credit CardsCredit card companies target teens because they rely on young cardholders to make impulse purchases without worrying about long-term consequences. However, letting teens have credit cards is not always a bad idea. |
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How to Save your Kids from School-Related StressStressors your elementary, middle or high school student may be dealing with and tips on how to help. |
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Sleep Crucial for Pre-TeensSleep is crucial to your child’s health and well being. Like diet and exercise, sleep needs change with age. Children between the ages of 8 and 12 need 10 to 11 hours of sleep a night. |
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Tips for Teaching ABCs and 1,2,3sIs your toddler ready to tackle her ABCs and 1,2,3s? Not sure how to begin your lesson plan? Every child learns differently. Here are a few strategies to try. |
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Support Language Learning at HomeEven if your child has the basics down, there is still a lot that you can do at home to encourage vocabulary, communication, grammar and enunciation. |
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Dad’s Pregnant Too: An Expectant Father’s Guide to Preparing and Enjoying the “First” Nine MonthsDad’s Pregnant Too by Harlan Cohen tackles the questions and concerns of dads-to-be with wit and humor. Packed with advice, tips and stories. Enter now to win a copy of Cohen's book. |
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Puppy Raisers Needed for Service DogsSusquehanna Service Dogs needs Puppy Raisers for Labrador retriever puppies that will grow and be trained to become service or hearing dogs in support of adults and children with disabilities... |
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It's a miracle!I once thought near death experiences were reserved for zookeepers and adrenaline junkies. Boy was I wrong. |
