Preparing children for first day of school
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      That first day of school can be both exciting and frightening for young children and their parents, so proper preparation can go a long way in making the transition a smooth one.
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Easy ways to turn kids into avid readers
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      Reading should be fun - plain and simple. When it's fun, kids love to do it, and they usually improve rapidly. But when it's not, reading becomes a struggle. "No parent wants to battle with their kids about reading - sure, it's an essential skill, but it ought to be fun.
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Think outside the lunch box for healthier school lunches
State Point Media Wire
      Your kids aren't the only ones headed back to the routines of school. For many parents, the dawning of a new school year means back to mornings of packing school lunches. With the growing problem of childhood obesity, parents today need to plan better, more healthful lunches.
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