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New Stuff Tuesday – November 20

Generation Extra Large: Rescuing Our Children from the Epidemic of Obesity by Lisa Tartamella, Elaine Herscher, & Chris Woolston RJ399 .C6 T37 2004 New Arrivals, 2nd floor This is the week that everyone in my family anticipates throughout the year. … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, Sesame Street!

Happy 39th Birthday, Sesame Street! On November 10, 1969, the Street first appeared on television, along with Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch. What a history it’s had, and it’s still going strong. The Sesame Street web site provides a … Continue reading

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New Stuff Tuesday – January 15

Book Crush: For Kids and Teens Recommended Reading for Every Mood, Moment and Interest by Nancy Pearl Z1037 .P35 2007 New Book Island, 2nd floor Have you ever been so into a book that you couldn’t put it down? Maybe … Continue reading

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Empowering Youth with Nutrition and Physical Activity

Trying to get kids and young teenagers to eat healthy and to stay active isn’t easy for any adult. That’s why the U.S. Department of Agriculture has created a workbook entitled Empowering Youth with Nutrition and Physical Activity for teachers … Continue reading

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Children’s Book Week: Coloring Books!

In honor of Children’s Book Week, November 12-16, 2007, here’s news about your tax dollars at work I’ll bet you didn’t know. The Federal Government produces coloring books! Actually, state governments get into the coloring book game too. There’s a … Continue reading

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