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Childhood Obesity By The (Big) Numbers
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Childhood obesity is epidemic. We see evidence of it every day – at mall food courts, in video arcades, at school bus stops. But just how bad is it and how much is it costing us? Here are some key numbers.
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Kids and Media Use: Letting their fingers do the walking?
Seven hours and 38 minutes is how much time kids ages 8-18 spend on average each day consuming media, such as watching TV, listening to music, and using a computer, according to a new Kaiser Family Foundation study. What are the consequences?
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Top Gift Ideas for Outdoor Play From The Blogosphere
Looking for a great gift idea to foster outdoor play? Odds…
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America’s National Parks: 14 Resources for a Most Excellent Adventure
"The beauty and charm of the wilderness are his for the asking,…
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100+Top Play Resources (Now 300+)
[ This list currently has over 300 entries. I am trying to…