Author Archives: Alexis Rodrigo
Author Archives: Alexis Rodrigo
Going back to school means hitting the retail stores and stocking up on all kinds of stuff, right? Well, maybe it means that for some, but the eco-conscious are looking for ways to go green when they get ready to go back to school. 1. The Lunchbox Remember your lunchbox as a kid? Was it […]
Continue readingNutrition is one of the single most important factors when it comes to a child’s development. Proper nutrition is essential for children to succeed in school. By feeding your children a proper diet, you are helping them to be able to function properly in school in addition to fostering their growing mind and bodies. A […]
Continue readingNow high school students bound for college can add “green” to their list of criteria in choosing which institution they attend. If you’d like to know how to choose a green college, here are some tips. What To Look For 1. Community Service Colleges like Warren Wilson regularly engage in community clean-up programs. A green […]
Continue readingYou know the feeling – it’s mid-afternoon, your children want you to do something fun and active, you have to get dinner ready soon, and you just want nothing more than a nap. It’s that draggy, afternoon feeling that busy parents sometimes experience. Besides slugging down caffeinated drinks (which isn’t very healthy), what can a […]
Continue readingIt’s easy to resort to punitive methods when your child breaks the rules or otherwise causes frustration. But many parents don’t like to punish their children; they simply do so because they don’t know any other way. There are alternatives to punishment, however. Next time your child causes a problem, keep a level head and […]
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