Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) proliferates the lives of millions of US families. Usually manifesting in school-age children, it can impact grades,…
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A craniofacial disorder or anomaly refers to a category of deformities in the growth of the head and facial bones. Anomaly is a medical term that means “different from normal” or “irregular.” These types of anomalies are congenital (present at birth) and can occur in many different forms. They can be mild or severe enough to warrant surgery. Sometimes, craniofacial disorders are also associated with disorders elsewhere in the body, causing further complications. In the U.S., nearly 600,000 people have been diagnosed with a craniofacial condition.
Kids and the outdoors—they just go together! Study after study has proved that children who spend time playing, running, jumping, and doing all manner of other fun and physical activities outdoors do better in school and have fewer emotional upsets than those who don’t. But, as a parent, you know that the great outdoors carry their own safety issues that aren’t so great. And no one knows this better than teachers, which is why top teachers in New Jersey have compiled the following outdoor safety tips for kids that will help parents and kids alike know how to manage their outdoor activities safely.
Kids love to snack. In fact, after they get out of school, it’s often foremost on their minds … grabbing a snack and heading off to a fun after-school activity. But as a parent, it’s a foregone conclusion that you don’t relish your kids snacking nearly as much as they do. All those sugary, unhealthy snacks wreak havoc on their teeth, their bodies, and even their minds. And with all the refined, processed snacks out there these days, it can be hard sometimes to find snacks that are good for them. If you’re a teacher, you watch kids eat unhealthy foods every day for lunch, likely because many parents have a hard time coming up with healthy snacks their children will actually eat rather than toss out or trade for something that tastes better. Here are some healthy snack ideas for kids from top teachers in New Jersey that will keep your children from trading health for taste.