Your Child, Ages 7-11

Dear Parents,

We are pleased to introduce the all-new, redesigned FamilyEducation.com! Its brighter look and easier-to-navigate pages are just the beginning. Search our comprehensive recipe database for healthy meal and snack ideas. Browse slide shows for illustrated activity ideas and family entertainment suggestions. And keep an eye out for more exciting features, coming soon. All this, plus the same great printables, activities, and parenting tips you've come to expect from FamilyEducation.com.

In this issue, discover some creative ways to express your gratitude to your child's teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-12). Find gift ideas and resources for Mother's Day. And introduce your child to the joys of volunteering.

Teacher Appreciation Week
Parents have contributed some great ideas on ways to say thanks to teachers. Share your own ideas.

In Appreciation of Teachers Bouquet of Gift Cards Book Donation Teacher Gift Tree Party in a Box

Tea Cart Bulletin Board Year-Round Appreciation Share Your Own Idea More Teacher Appreciation Ideas

Mother's Day
Make your mom feel special this Mother's Day.

Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Kids Top Ten Gifts Moms Want Best Gifts for Mom Add Your Own Gift Idea Poll: Mom's Day Men

Quiz: Moms Across Time Mom's Memory Box Stress Relief for Busy Moms More Mother's Day Gifts and Activities

Kids and Volunteering
Helping others has many positive benefits for kids: greater self-esteem, empathy for others – even better grades!

An Introduction to Volunteering Talking About Volunteering Helping Hands Teaching Kids Empathy

Teaching Kids Gratitude How to Break the Ice on Volunteer Visits Ways to Aide the Elderly Disaster Relief More About Volunteering

Tips for Eating More Fruits and Vegetables
Try these delicious, easy ways to get more healthy foods into your family's diet every day.

Coming to a Theatre Near You

		When your child starts asking to see a particular movie, check it out in our movie database! You'll find a brief description, the principal actors, and the all-important rating. These movies may be on your child's list: Are We Done Yet? [PG] Firehouse Dog [PG] Next [PG-13] Spider-Man 3 [PG-13] Shrek the Third [PG] Lucky You [PG-13] Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End [PG-13]