"Money is a needful and precious thing,--and, when well used, a noble thing,--but I never want you to think it is the first or only prize to strive for. I'd rather see you poor men's wives, if you were happy, beloved, contented, than queens on thrones, without self-respect and peace."
-Louisa May Alcott, Little Women
Monday, November 28, 2011
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
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With Thanksgiving just a day away, everyone's thinking the same thing. Food, food, and more FOOD! Read the articles below, all dedicated to food. The good, the bad, and the super sweet!
Happy Thanksgiving from Healthy Start Academy
1. Jelly Belly Makes For a Sweet (And Superhit) Single!
Singer/Songwriter Kina Grannis was looking for an extremely creative way to film the music video for her song "In Your Arms". With the help of director Greg Jardin and 30 volunteers, they created background scenes made of Jelly Belly jelly beans. After 2 years, and using over 200,000 jelly beans, you can check out Kina's amazing work of art on YouTube.
2. Cut Back on Food Waste this Thanksgiving
It's estimated that this holiday season (Thanksgiving to New Years), American households will have an extra 5 million tons of food! Read more from this article to find out ways to prevent extra, or left over food, from going to waste. Our favorite? Donating extra dried and canned goods to food banks and shelters.
3. 3Q's: How to Eat Healthy around the Holidays
It's the beginning of the holiday season, time to indulge and enjoy foods you only get during this time of year. And while eating these festive, favorite foods, will make you all fuzzy inside, over-indulging will do a number on your health. Read this article and keep your family happy and healthy on Turkey Day.
Happy Thanksgiving from Healthy Start Academy
1. Jelly Belly Makes For a Sweet (And Superhit) Single!
Singer/Songwriter Kina Grannis was looking for an extremely creative way to film the music video for her song "In Your Arms". With the help of director Greg Jardin and 30 volunteers, they created background scenes made of Jelly Belly jelly beans. After 2 years, and using over 200,000 jelly beans, you can check out Kina's amazing work of art on YouTube.
2. Cut Back on Food Waste this Thanksgiving
It's estimated that this holiday season (Thanksgiving to New Years), American households will have an extra 5 million tons of food! Read more from this article to find out ways to prevent extra, or left over food, from going to waste. Our favorite? Donating extra dried and canned goods to food banks and shelters.
3. 3Q's: How to Eat Healthy around the Holidays
It's the beginning of the holiday season, time to indulge and enjoy foods you only get during this time of year. And while eating these festive, favorite foods, will make you all fuzzy inside, over-indulging will do a number on your health. Read this article and keep your family happy and healthy on Turkey Day.
#WordsofWisdom
"But Thanksgiving is more than eating, Chuck. You heard what Linus was saying out there. Those early Pilgrims were happy for what had happened to them, and we should be thankful, too. We should just be thankful for being together. I think that's what they mean by 'Thanksgiving,' Charlie Brown.
-A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
#WordsofWisdom
"So if you want to find somebody to blame for the way I am, I guess you'd have to start with the public education system."
Monday, November 14, 2011
#WordsofWisdom
"Whenever you feel like criticizing anyone...just remember that all the people in the world haven't had the advantages that you've had."
-The Great Gatsby (F. Scott Fitzgerald)
Friday, November 11, 2011
Current News
This week is chock full of great science and wellness articles for you to enjoy with your children. More importantly, with the week ending on Veteran's Day, take the time to discuss why we celebrate this day and how it impacts your lives personally. The men and women of the armed forces protect our freedom valiantly. Spend time with your child and come up with great ways to honor local heroes.
Today children across the nation have the day off. Take this time to reflect with your child, and pay respect to the men and women who serve and protect our country in the armed forces.
On November 6, a Kenyan man broke the course record for the INC New York City Marathon! Read on to learn more about Geoffrey Mutai and his exceptional skill!
Burmese pythons are invading and taking over the Florida Everglades, and this may mean big trouble to the areas delicate ecosystem. This article delves into what happens when dangerous invaders arrive in unknown territory.
Help your child get a first-hand glimpse into the life of a soldier by reading Veteran accounts of their days serving our country. This article proves to be quite inspiring.
Scientists aren't the only ones out there trying to understand the laws of Physics. Recently scientists have looked to skateboarders and their abilities on slopes to help understand physics on another level. See what you learn in school can be fun!
#WeeklyWisdom:
"Promise you'll never forget me, because if I thought you would I'd never leave."
-Winnie the Pooh
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