About Parenting School Age Children: Kids Have Poor Body Image, School Germs, and More

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Parenting School Age Children Parenting School Age Children School Family Life Health & Development From Katherine Lee, your Guide to Parenting School Age Children Many kids as young as 10 do not like the way their bodies look, according to a startling new study. Plus, as many as half of parents worry about kids bringing home germs and illnesses from school, according to a new survey. And a new study from Bangkok shows that tasting parties and Popeye may entice kids to eat more veggies. And finally, for kids who are enjoying the last vestiges of summer vacation, National Geographic Kids books can be a great way to learn fun facts and avoid summer brain drain. National Geographic Kids: A Great Summer Read What books are your kids enjoying this summer? My 9-year-old has been re-reading the Harry Potter series, diving into the Encyclopedia Brown books, and loving the National Geographic Kids Almanac 2011 and National Geographic Kids Weird but True! books... Read more Many Young Children Have Poor Body Image Many children as young as age 10 are dissatisfied with how their bodies look, says a startling new study... Read more Popeye May Get Kids to Eat More Veggies Watching Popeye cartoons, growing and cooking produce, and participating in fruit and veggie "tasting parties" may boost kids' consumption of vegetables, says a new study... Read more Preventing the Spread of Germs in School As parents prepare for the start of school, a new survey shows that as many as half of parents of school kids worry that their children will bring home germs from school. ... Read more K-6 Children Ads Child Care School Children Home School Independent School Girl School School Building Featured Articles Calming First Day Kindergarten Anxiety School Bus Safety Preventing Dog Bite Injuries in Kids Brain-Boosting Breakfasts Math Games Online Helping Your Child Make Friends   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Katherine Lee Parenting School Age Children Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Parenting School Age Children newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Back to School Guide Tips to Ease Back to School Anxiety Fun Beach Games for Kids Choosing the Best New Movies for Kids Summer Safety Checklist Advertisement