For parents with children of a certain age, summer means one thing: kindergarten looms. I identify all too well, since our two older grandsons will start kindergarten this fall. There are lots of resources available, but the sheer volume – and, let’s face it, the “academic-speak” in which much of the materials is written – can be off-putting.
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5 Factors Campaign continues on radio
Tune in to your favorite radio station and listen for the ads about the 5 factors that contribute to strong families. Three different radio spots were produced as part of the campaign and they are airing statewide through June. Listen for them. Here’s one that ought to resonate with anyone who frequents the grocery store.
Babies on Track premieres huge success
The final numbers aren’t in yet, but the Babies on Track premieres that swept Alaska Feb. 25 to March 4 were a resounding success. And in some areas (the Lower Yukon and Lake and Peninsula), premieres are continuing through the end of March. More than 4,000 sets of Babies on Track – the DVD and companion baby board books – were distributed at 160+ premieres in more than 80 Alaska communities. If you missed a premiere, complete sets of the DVD and baby board books are now available for purchase.
Obesity top problem for children
Alaskans rank obesity as the top health issue for children. There’s good reason for that concern, according to information compiled by the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services. And it's not necessarily just "baby fat" that will disappear with age. One-third of obese pre-schoolers become overweight adults. Read more >>
