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CONTENTS
FEBRUARY
features
38 TEETh sTRAiGhTENiNG OpTiONs FOR Kids
dr. Bill dorfman of “Extreme makeover” and “The doctors”
explains orthodontic choices to achieve beautiful smiles.
40 whY ARE YOU siCK?
The surprising link between hidden infections in the
mouth and serious illnesses.
42 lEARNiNG disABiliTiEs & Adhd 38
how learning disabilities, Adhd, and Asperger’s
syndrome sometimes create an overlapping
spectrum disorder, that even affects gifted kids.
44 dYsGRAphiA
how to ensure your child has the ‘write’ stuff to succeed.
46 CREATivE wAYs TO TEll YOUR Child ‘i lOvE
YOU’ ON vAlENTiNE’s dAY ANd EvERY dAY
Things to make, give, say,
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STRATFORD'S BHAVIN PATEL WINS LOCAL JEFFERSON
take note eleanor anderSon SeleCted aS K
Want Fun Things for Kids to Do Each Weekend?
special needs Nutrition & Disabilities Tips and
about your child’s protein choices, go lean and c
dear teacher Teachers Peggy Gilbert and Marge Eb
simply turning down the volume and limiting liste
learningHelp for the Reluctant READER By Kumar Sa
a reward, it won’t be an uphill battle. I’m not a
baby N ew parents ofte
a toy a little way, then lose it as it crosses fr
preschool AggRESSIoN Helping your pres
outburst: “What made you get so angry with Joe?”
elementary How to Reinforce Your Child's Learning
as educational, the truth is most of them have no
teens g oing online
UNless yoUr TeACher sA
family health & medicine BEAT Heart Disease BY G
“bad” LDL cholesterol by 10 points. Four handful
family health & medicine dr. Joel Fuhrman’s hea
Study IdentIfIeS ‘CrItICal WIndoWS’ durIng yo
family health & medicine BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND SOY
onto the next generation, even if no more exposur
Infant death rISkS halved WIth JuSt tWo mo
human mIlk fortIfIer dangerouS for PreemIeS!
Teeth Straightening Options for Kids 38 Geor
E VERY KID DESERVES A GREAT SMILE.
Why Are You Sick? The Surprising Link Between Hid
NeArly All degeNerATIve dIseAses of Th
Learning Disabilities & ADHD: Even Gifted Kids Ca
One thing parents and kids should realize is that
Dysgraphia: Make Sure Your Child has the “Write”
If you suspect your child may have issues
Y Creative Ways to Tell Your Child ‘
V alenTine’s Day is a perfecT excuse
Don't miss an issue Georgia Family
Promotion St. peter Claver Catholic School N
How to Raise a Motiv By Dr. Laura Markham P
ated Student being curtailed for safety) won't be
8 care about the details of
child to do well academically, be sure he or she
Enjoying Nature Inside, When You Can’t go o
Nothing beats actually immersing our- selves in t
during recovery from surgery can lead to a signif
More tips from national Wildlife Federation's res
money Why Everyone Needs a Finan
confident that your advisor is qualified and idea
GO WHAT To Do
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