http://www.surfnetparents.com/ The following pages offer parents educational family activities to help children ages five to seventeen become strong readers, good students, and responsible citizens. I hope you find them helpful. en-us feldman@surfnetkids.com Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:16:36 -0800 http://www.surfnetparents.com/ensure_your_childs_nutritious_choices_away_from_home-5909.html Today's children are becoming more accustomed to eating out. With the demand of sports teams, school programs, school meals, and parents running here and there to get their kids everywhere they need to be, it's very difficult to cook (let... http://www.surfnetparents.com/recommendations_for_child_nutrition-5917.html Child nutrition is vastly different from the nutritional intake of adults. Children's nutritional recommendations do include similar things as adults, but they don't need as much food and definitely don't need as much sugar as many people in society consume.... http://www.surfnetparents.com/how_to_teach_your_child_their_abcs-5928.html Most parents like to teach the ABC's to their children, but aren't sure how to teach the ABC's. There are so many different ways to teach the ABC's that it can be confusing to find a method that works for... http://www.surfnetparents.com/the_importance_of_your_childs_healthy_lunch-5899.html If you are the parent of a school-age child you may want them to eat a healthy lunch but you may be wondering if it is worth the trouble. With the ease of purchasing a school lunch or other choices... http://www.surfnetparents.com/snacking_nutrition_tips_for_kids-5918.html Teaching proper nutrition to your children is not always an easy task especially if you are giving your child snacks. Having soda, sugary sweets, and potato chips are some of the worst snacks for kids. Looking for ways to find... http://www.surfnetparents.com/tips_for_stepping_up_nutrition_for_kids-5919.html Eating healthy foods are essential to your child's nutrition. Eating healthy foods will not only promote your child's health and reduce their risk for childhood obesity, but it will dramatically impact proper eating habits into their adult life. Here are... http://www.surfnetparents.com/making_abcs_more_fun-5929.html The ABC's are a wonderful time in your child's life as they continue to grow and increase their knowledge. There are many ways to teach the ABC's to your children and making the ABC's fun is easy to do. Play... http://www.surfnetparents.com/what_to_avoid_if_you_want_your_child_to_eat_healthy_food-5920.html For most children's nutrition it is recommended that they eat three meals a day and two nutritious snacks, limiting high sugar and high fat foods. Starting to teach your child to have healthier eating habits can prevent many medical problems,... http://www.surfnetparents.com/proven_methods_for_teaching_abcs-5930.html If you are like most parents you are looking for ways to teach the ABC's to your toddler. There are many different methods for teaching the ABC's, but there isn't one particular method that stands out the best. So many... http://www.surfnetparents.com/teaching_abcs_to_preschool_age_children-5931.html If you have a preschooler you are most likely teaching the ABC's to them. Your child doesn't need to know all the academics of the ABC's, just the basics. Get them ready to learn the ABC's by reading to them... http://www.surfnetparents.com/teaching_abcs_101-5932.html Do you know how to teach the ABCs? There are a few things you need to learn before you start teaching your child the ABCs. You need to know when your child is ready to learn the alphabet. The perfect... http://www.surfnetparents.com/tips_for_teaching_abcs-5933.html The best way to evaluate what age you should start teaching the ABCs is with your child. Pace yourself and don't try to make your child into a genius by forcing too much on them, after all, they are still... http://www.surfnetparents.com/top_five_ways_to_teach_the_abcs-5934.html If you are a parent you are probably aware of all the different methods used to teach the ABCs. Finding a method that will work for your child is not always an easy task. Of course learning the ABCs depends... http://www.surfnetparents.com/toys_and_games_that_help_teach_the_alphabet-5935.html Teaching your child the ABCs is a fun and rewarding time for both you and your child. There are many different methods to teach the ABCs and it is always best to go at your child's pace. Let's look at... http://www.surfnetparents.com/when_to_start_teaching_the_alphabet-5936.html Most parents aren't sure when to teach the ABCs to their children. You hear different time frames from friends and family that you should start at two years or so when the child begins to talk. Others will wait until...