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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 In this week's Parenting School Age Children Newsletter, we discuss new research showing that kids want high-tech gifts (and why, even if parents can afford these pricey items, low-tech may be a better way to go). Plus, a new study shows that the money in our wallets is contaminated with BPA, those harmful chemicals that have been linked to adverse health effects such as cancer and infertility. Also, ideas for fun winter activities such as printable coloring pages, ice skating, and more. And finally, weird and wacky gifts that are off the beaten path (and what to say if you receive one this year). Kids Want iPads I'm sure you've seen the headlines about recent surveys showing that kids are clamoring for high-tech gadgets such as iPads this holiday season. A whopping 31 percent of kids aged 6 to 12 report wanting an iPad this year, according to a survey released last month by The Nielsen Company... Read more Toxins in Your Wallet and Purse: BPA-Covered Money First register receipts, now paper money. Several months ago, a report by the Environmental Working Group revealed that many cash register receipts from major retailers and restaurants are laden with bisphenol A (BPA), a hormone-disrupting chemical that has been linked to cancer, infertility, and other health problems. Now, a new study has found that money is contaminated with BPA as well... Read more Weird and Wacky Gifts That are Off the Beaten Path -- Way Off What would you do if you received a weird gift this year? Well, whether you're delighted or aghast, if you find one of these under your Christmas tree this year, you'd better think of a good response, fast... Read more Brrr...Baby, It's Cold Outside! When the weather gets brisk, it's time for fun winter activites. It's a great opportunity to take the kids to do some great outdoor activities such as ice skating. It's also the perfect time to make a cup of hot cocoa, snuggle with the children, read together, play educational board games, and do some fun winter coloring pages... Read more K-6 Children Ads Children Kids Activities Parenting School Holiday Kids Pre School Featured Articles Great Toys and Holiday Gift Ideas for Kids Holiday Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List A Great Holiday Gift: A Photo Album Book Winter Coloring Pages How to Plan a Kids' Christmas Party Family Holidays Survival Guide   More from About.com Great Gadget Gifts iPad or iPod? Kindle or Nook? Point-and-shoot or DIL camera? If you're confused by this year's must-have gadgets, check out our top picks. More> The Gift of Entertainment The lowdown on the latest holiday releases, plus recommendations on the best in music, movies and more. 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 7 Fun Winter Activities for Families Great Gifts and Stocking Stuffers Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Kids 10 Holiday Gifts Teachers Really Want How to Reduce Your Holiday Stress Advertisement