More and more parents are expressing deep concerns about the quality of food being served in schools. And, many are still unaware that there might be anything to worry about. Healthy Child is taking our Eat Healthy program to the next level by joining forces with Jamie … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2010
9-Year-Old Upcycling: Inspired by Terracycle
In one of my daughter's more inspired moments, she decided to create an upcycled project. Truly the trend of upcycling began with children when they turned that plain old cardboard box into a spaceship, castle, and/or barn. What excited me about my daughter's project was her … [Read more...]
Hank D and the Bee: Bee Visits Grandpa
Get your kids outside (they need a good stinging) and take care of bees... Follow the rest of the Hank D and the Bee series at JoeMohrToons.com. For cartoon updates and other green goings-on, follow Joe on Twitter @GreenCartoons. … [Read more...]
Eco-Mom Confessions: Are Violent Polyester Halloween Costumes OK?
It's that time of year when my children are starting to plan their Halloween costumes. Every summer, I think this is the year I will do the right thing and make my child's costume. One thing leads to another, and we are back to school, putting in a winter garden and preserving … [Read more...]
SF Mulls Over Ban on Toy Marketing for Unhealthy Food Despite Opposition
Last spring, Santa Clara County, California banned toys in high-calorie fast food, such as McDonald's Happy Meals. San Francisco is now considering a similar law in an effort to fight childhood obesity. A poll conducted by the San Francisco Chronicle has found that 65% of … [Read more...]