Life Skills - Mom, I'm bored

Mom, I'm bored
Biloxi Sun Herald - Sandy DiStefano has two words to help children get through winter break without overdosing on television: board games. "They're such wonderful educational tools," said DiStefano, a fourth-grade teacher at Renfro Elementary School in Collinsville

This Christmas donate to a needy charity
Nashville City Paper - Looking for that last minute gift idea? Instead of rushing to the mall, why not consider some presents that will keep on giving after Christmas is over? The Nashville Rescue Mission not only gives the homeless a bed overnight and a warm meal, but

Soldotna clinic uses horses to heal
Anchorage Daily News - SOLDOTNA -- An American Quarter horse named Doc is on staff at a local clinic that relies on the healing powers of animals -- three equines, in this case -- to help patients regain mental health. Lori Nelson, a mental health professional with

Teaching smart money skills is a great gift
Columbia State - Cool Stuff They Should Teach in School, by Kent Healy and Kyle Healy (Cool Stuff Media, $14.95). Written by two blond-haired, California surfing brothers, Cool Stuff easily is the most entertaining book that s come across my desk this

Students get star treatment for good grades
Morning News - Students can experience the red carpet without traveling to Hollywood, thanks to Limos for Learning. Third-graders in Marion, Marlboro, Georgetown and Horry counties can experience a stretch limousine taking them to their favorite local restaurant to