Your Child, Ages 7-11
Dear Parents,
With your child back in school, he'll probably be spending more time on the Internet. Use this printable online agreement to make sure he stays safe while surfing the Web.
Although it seems school just started, parent-teacher conferences are right around the corner. Are you prepared? Take this quiz to find out!
Also in this issue, get outside for some apple picking! Our weekend planner has lots of apple recipes and activities to get you in the mood for fall.
From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com
Apple Picking
Fill this weekend with food and fun!
Internet Safety
Be aware of your child's online activity.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Are you asking the right questions?
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Do You Cook with Your Kids?
Visit our message boards, and tell us your tips for creating little kitchen helpers.
Poll: Student Internet Access |
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How much freedom should students have to explore the Internet at school? Weigh in now!
| 18% | ![]() | Unlimited freedom: Open access to the internet. |
| 51% | ![]() | Limited freedom: Restricted access to the Web and the local network. |
| 28% | ![]() | Big brother: All computer use is tightly regulated and closely monitored. |
| 4% | ![]() | Zero freedom: No "free exploration" on computer allowed. |
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Top 10 Make-Ahead Freezer Meals for Busy Moms
Too busy to cook? These make-ahead recipes freeze like a charm. Next time you find yourself pressed for time, pop one in the oven and you'll have a delicious, homemade meal on the table in no time.
Top 10 School Movies
School and students have always made poignant and funny material for movies. Get your kids in the back-to-school spirit by watching the 10 best movies about school.
What You Need to Know About Head Lice
Does your child have an itchy scalp? It might be head lice. Read up on the signs and symptoms of these little buggers, and find ways to treat this common childhood annoyance.
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