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Talking to Kids About the Tragic Events

Child Psychologist Offers Tips on How to Talk to Kids About Tragic Events

Making sense of the tragic events such as the Boston Marathon bombings and the West Texas Fertilizer Plant explosion can be quite a challenge for children and parents alike. Children are going to be asking difficult questions and parents need suggestions to help discuss the issue and address their concerns.

Below are some helpful tips from Child Psychologist Dr. Phyllis Ohr, the Director of the Child and Parent Psychological Services Clinic at Hofstra and the Assistant Director of the Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program. Dr. Phyllis is also the official psychologist forPress4Kids’s News-O-Matic, the first educational news app for children 7 to 10 years old.

Girl Scouts Survey Results About Girls and Financial Literacy

New Girl Scout Research Uncovers Girls’ Lack of Confidence in Financial Decision Making, Illustrates Desire to Learn

The American dream is alive and well among girls, according to a new report by the Girl Scout Research Institute, which reveals that girls feel optimistic about their financial futures, yet are less than fully knowledgeable about essential financial principles and instruments, from using credit cards to establishing good credit. And just 12 percent of the girls surveyed say they feel confident in making financial decisions.

VIP Private Preview Party Giveaway for Summer Adventures in Fair Park

Summer Adventures in Fair Park May 3, 2013

(see giveaway details below!)

The State Fair of Texas launches its new Summer Adventures in Fair Park Friday night, May 3. Enter for a chance to win a family four-pack to this invitation-only event. The four-pack vouchers allow entry to Summer Adventures from 6 to 10 p.m. You can be on-hand to watch an unprecedented fireworks display from the new Top o’ Texas, Summer Adventures’ new 500-ft.-tall tower ride, the largest in the country. After the fireworks show, test drive the park’s rides, attractions and fantastic food.

Easy Kids Crafts: DIY Letter Puppets

Easy Kids Crafts: Spelling Practice with DIY Letter Puppets

Guest post from KidsActivitiesBlog.com

Spelling practice is getting harder and harder as spring has sprung, yet the grind of school continues. The request to taking time to practice spelling words is being answered with whines and complaints. That is why I am so excited about today’s tutorial on how to make DIY Letter Puppets. Kids Activities Blog knows if you can make spelling practice fun, it will happen!

Making the letter puppets is the first part of the adventure. I enlisted the help of my 7 year old who was excited to participate once he saw paint and googly eyes were involved.

What you Need to Know About Autism

April is Autism Awareness Month – What You Need to Know

by Jennifer Morrison, Ph.D.

Pediatric Neuropsychologist-Our Children’s House at Baylor

Over the past decade, awareness of autism has reached a fever pitch. Although this awareness is needed, it can bring with it much confusion—especially for the parents of young children who are constantly exposed to media coverage and new research studies about the condition. So how can parents process this information without becoming alarmed or overly concerned? Or more importantly, if their child is diagnosed with Autism, where can they turn for help?

Getting Kids to Brush Teeth is Easy with This Secret Weapon

Imagine your child actually excited about brushing their teeth.

How Busy Moms can Fit in Exercise

It’s tough to find time for exercise when you have kids. Here are 8 tips to help you squeeze in some exercise time into your busy day.

by Jennifer Barling

First off, let me start by saying that I am NOT a an expert on fitness — I’m “just” a mom, and not a particularly fit one at that. But, even though I’m not an expert on exercising, perhaps I am an expert on motherhood — as much as anyone really can be. I mean, I’ve been a mom every day for years, so surely that gives me some sort of expertise!

Over the years, I’ve made many attempts to make fitness a priority while juggling the demands of motherhood.