Make a Difference in an Instant

When you're wondering if anyone would care if you suddenly disappeared, it's a sure sign that you want to count — to be appreciated. Heighten your sense of purpose by making a difference in someone else's life — instantly.

Give time to a child today — with a smile, a hug, a story, or a compliment.
Call an emergency housing shelter, find out what they need, and post it on a bulletin board at work, or email the requests to family and friends.
Speak up for someone who is not present. Squelch a rumor; suggest that person's strength.
Dash off a letter to a newspaper editor on behalf of a cause you care about.
Send someone a thank-you note.

In an instant, you can give a gift that makes the difference between fear and confidence, feeling loved and feeling alone, or knowing hope and knowing despair.

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We can help! Use our fun Jack-O'-Lantern Creator tool to make your very own spooky or silly jack-o'-lantern design. Print it out as a guide to carve the perfect Halloween pumpkin, or just let the little ones color it in. Sponsored by Madagascar 2. Watch the trailer here.

Kids and Whole Grains
Are you stumped when it comes to getting your kids to eat whole grains? Or do you have some of your own tips to share? Join in on our discussion!

Find Balance in Your Kids' Diet
The Balanced Meal Planner is a fun interactive tool that can help you plan a healthy, balanced diet for your family, based on the USDA's Food Guide Pyramid. Sponsored by Smucker's, home of more tasty ideas for kids.

Tired of the Breakfast Wars?
Set a truce with Apple Cinnamon Cheerios®, Fruity Cheerios®, Yogurt Burst Cheerios®, and Frosted Cheerios®. Four naturally sweetened flavors both parents and kids will love. Try one now with a $1 coupon.

Show Your Kids the Power of Voting
Help your kids understand the importance of the presidential-election process by giving them the chance to cast their very own vote! Encourage your child's school to get involved in the National Student/Parent Mock Election on October 30, 2008.