Your Child, Ages 12-18 Newsletter 11-8-2006

Your Child, Ages 12-18

Dear Parents,
Despite all we know about the dangers of smoking, an alarming number of teens are still taking up the habit. Find out how to save your teen from the dangers of smoking. If you or your child wants to kick the habit, try some methods for quitting.

Most college applications are due within the next couple of months. Find resources to help your child write a winning essay, ace an interview, and deal with the stress of applications.

Finally, get ready for Thanksgiving with quizzes, recipes, activities, and more.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Teens and Smoking

The Great American Smoke-Out, on November 16, provides an incentive to revisit the dangers of smoking with your kids, and to help them quit if they've started.

College Applications

The deadlines for college applications will be here before you know it. Make sure your teen is prepared.

Thanksgiving

Take Thanksgiving quizzes, get ideas for turkey day activities and recipes, and more.

Veterans Day Quiz

What was Veterans Day originally called? How many veterans are there in the United States? Test your knowledge -- take our quiz!

Poll: Thanksgiving Dinner

What's for dinner? Does your family stick to tradition, or spice things up for your Thanksgiving meal? Vote now!

90%

4%

1%

3%

2%

  Turkey.
  Ham.
  Beef.
  Vegetarian.
  Nothing special.

Cold, Allergies, or Asthma?

How can you tell whether your child has a cold, allergies, or asthma? Read expert advice from pediatrician Shari Nethersole. Brought to you by PULMICORT RESPULES®.

Time for a Break

Take a well-deserved break from your busy day at Mom's Coffee Break^TM. This is the place to unwind with games, puzzles, and comics. Enjoy!