Jo's Editorial
An Update From Jo

Many of you have been asking (via the forums, Twitter, and stopping me on the street) about this being my last season of SUPERNANNY...... Read Full Article

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On The Aisle
Megamind (Rated PG)

 

Megamind is the most brilliant super-villain the world has ever known ... and the least successful. ... Read Full Article

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The Reading Room
Ask a Bookseller: Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea (ages 8-12)

We asked booksellers from all around the world to tell us their favorite children's book.

Suzanna Hermans from Oblong Books & Music, located in Rhinebeck and Millerton, NY, shares her pick...... Read Full Article

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The Chin-Wag
Are Your Kids Tuning In or Tuning Out?

 

Lately, we've been reading up on how technology (computers, cell phones, videos games, social media, text messaging, etc) is affecting kids and their ability to focus on school work. It's worrisome to read how grade point averages are going down, attention deficit is going up, and the pressure to be in-the-know is at an all-time high for 'tweens and teens.

What we found particularly interesting were the opposing quotes from parents. Some said their kids need to consume 4-8 hours of digital life a day because it will help them in the long term. Their feeling was, those who stay on top of digital trends and media are the ones who succeed in the world. Other parents are worried the mass consumption keeps kids in front of a screen and not moving around or engaging in face-to-face activities or conversations. Their belief is that passive entertainment is not how the real world works. But here's something every parent--regardless of what side they're on in the digital divide--needs to know...... Read Full Article

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Ten Questions With...
Ten Questions with ... Rebecca of Fosterhood

Rebecca is a foster parent and cognitive psychologist. Currently she has a two-year-old foster daughter. Rebecca blogs about her foster experiences on Fosterhood.... Read Full Article

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Quick Tips
Thanksgiving: Unstuffed

 

Traditionally, Thanksgiving is about presenting all of your delicious platters, piled high with food, on your Thanksgiving table. However ...... Read Full Article

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Monthly Giveaway
Check back in December for a BIG giveaway!

Check back in December for a BIG giveaway!... Read Full Article

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Nanny Time
Nanny Time

I was in Bayville, New Jersey recently working with a family (see picture). Between shooting, I was able to visit the La Cima charter school in Brooklyn, NY, to help raise awareness among children about exercise-induced Bronchospasm (exercise-induced asthma). I talked with the kids about the symptoms, signs, and discomfort that those with Bronchospasm experience. For kids who have this condition, it is vital that they always remember to carry their inhaler with them and use it when needed. I've been teaming up with EIB Active to help raise awareness. As someone who suffers from asthma, this is a cause near and dear to me. I want to see everyone healthy, happy and able to live active lifestyles. 

I hope everyone in the U.S. has a Happy Thanksgiving! Remember to take a moment to go around the Thanksgiving table and have everyone share what they are thankful for in someone else. x Jo 

 

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