New York Magazine had a lot of fun interviewing NYC homeschoolers about their most offbeat field trips. Makes us almost want to homeschool…almost. (New York Magazine)
Some high school students are faking ADHD symptoms to get drugs to help them better focus in school. This article explores both sides of this issue. (The New York Times)
Bullies may be receiving their comeuppance through national media attention and even legal action. And now it’s National Bullying Prevention Month, a time of heightened awareness and action. (L.A. Times)
E-coli in spinach, recalls of peanut butter, and now traces of arsenic are found in rice products. Is anything safe to eat? (Salon)
A son brings his mom into the digital age and provides useful tips to make all of us a bit more tech-savvy. (Wall Street Journal)
Ann-Marie Slaughter caused a firestorm when her “Why Women Still Can’t Have It All” article in the Atlantic hit the newsstands, and she received an avalanche of criticism from all sides of the issue. Her response? “Get over it!” (Today)
The Daily Show comedienne Samantha Bee shares the joys and pains of parenting a shy kid. (Huffington Post)
Over half of American dogs and cats are over weight. If your family pet is one of them, here’s a diet that just might work. (The Atlantic)
After research indicates that frequently snoring babies may have slower motor and cognitive skills, children as young as one are getting their tonsils removed. (Herald Sun)
Are good parenting and good leadership interconnected? George Kohlrieser, author of the new book, Care to Dare: Unleashing Astonishing Potential through Secure Base Leadership, thinks the two have much in common. (TIME Business)
It may be hard to keep your life private if you’re the president’s daughter, but Michelle Obama wants to make sure that her oldest daughter, Malia, stays off Facebook and maintains her privacy. (TODAY)
Students around the country—including the New York City area—are protesting the healthier and smaller portioned school lunches that are costing them more. In some schools, students are boycotting school lunches and are now brown-bagging it everyday. (The New York Times)
You’re grounded! After “America’s Report Card”–a snapshot of children’s needs that assigns grades in five key areas–scores dismal marks, some folks think it’s time for politicians to take a stand. (Huffington Post)
Celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson releases “The Pregnancy Project”–a series of workout videos to help expecting mothers keep in shape. Anderson has sculpted the bodies of Gwyneth Paltrow, Nicole Richie, and Kate Hudson. (People)
Academy Award-winning actress Octavia Spencer signs a deal with Simon & Schuster to bring to life a Nancy Drew-esque book series, geared toward middle school-aged children. (TalkMovies World)
We all know that air pollution isn’t good for anyone, but new research shows that exposure to air pollution from traffic as an infant may cause lung problems for many years. (Medical News Today)
