New Research Shows Teenage Birth Rate is Higher in Rural America

Research Shows Teenage Birth Rate is Higher in Rural America

First-Ever Data Comparing Rural, Suburban, and Urban Teen Birth Rates

The teenage birth rate in rural counties in the United States is nearly one-third higher compared to the rest of the country, according to new research from The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy.  This first of its kind analysis shows that the teenage birth rate in 2010 in rural counties surpasses that in suburban counties and major urban centers.

Other findings from the new research include:

  • The teenage birth rate is higher in rural counties than in other areas of the country (43 per 1,000 girls age 15-19 vs. 33) regardless of age or race/ethnicity.
  • Among non-Hispanic white teens, for example, the rural teenage birth rate (36 per 1,000 girls 15-19) is more than twice as high as that for major urban centers (16 per 1,000 girls 15-19).

5 Reasons Kids May Not Ask for Help When Being Bullied

Bullied Girl - Why kids may not tell you they're being bullied

Why children may not tell parents they’re being bullied

Chances are, most people reading this know a child who has stayed home from school this week simply because they were afraid of being bullied – but they may not realize it. It is estimated that an average of 160,000 students each day around the country stay home out of fear of being bullied. Yet many adults, for a variety of reasons, have no idea that the bullying is taking place.

Thousands of Students are Set to Compete in the National Science Bowl

National Science Bowl

National Science Bowl Continues through March 9th

“The battle of wits has begun,” said the Man in Black in the movie, The Princess Bride. That’ll soon be true for the students competing in the Department of Energy’s National Science Bowl too. Starting on January 19th and continuing through March 9th, thousands of middle and high school students will compete in 120 regional competitions all across the country as well as Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The prizes aren’t quite on par with winning the hand of a princess, but offer pretty bright prospects nonetheless.

Scribble Cakes: Where you can Decorate Your Cake and Eat it Too

Scribbles Cakes

Scribble Cakes: A Unique Birthday Party Idea

The greatest joy that has come with every party is the experience to see what a child can accomplish!

How Scribble Cakes got Started

The success of Scribble Cakes – DFW Cake Decorating Parties evolved from a Grandmother’s love for her granddaughter, Katelyn.  Kim’s daughter was at odds of what to do for her daughter’s 5th birthday.  They had already thrown the typical birthday parties and really wanted to come up with something unique.

Teaching Kids How to Budget and Save Money for a Family Vacation

Family Vacations on a Budget

Smart Savings this Summer: Budgeting for a Family Vacation

By Joe Laing, El Monte RV

No one disagrees with the notion that it’s hard to save money and stick to a budget, whether you’re an individual or a family unit. But sometimes, the reward in the long run can be worth a little bit of penny-pinching in the present, especially when it comes to your summer family vacation. Do you really want to let the kids down this June and tell them that the family can’t afford to take a few days and road trip together someplace interesting? You can avoid that unpleasant, disheartening scene with a little bit of planning–and not as many sacrifices as you might think.

Why Budget

If you’ve never educated the kids (or your spouse!) regarding the purpose of a budget, having a family meeting before getting started is essential. Let everyone know that a budget is a fun, responsible way to make sure enough money is available for a vacation that year. Keep in mind the following when discussing the family budget:

Good Sleep Habits for Kids

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Good Sleep Habits: A Well Rested Child is a Happy, Healthy and Alert Child

By Visa Shanmugam

According to a survey of kindergarten through fourth grade children (published in the Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics) teachers have reported that about 10% of the kids were falling asleep in school.