Children make the world go round
I have four children and they are growing up quickly before my eyes. I am dedicating this lens to kids. Information for and about children.
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Activities for children
Remembering how to play again
Many moons ago, when I was a child, our toys and playtime activities were quite different than the children growing up today. I spent most of my time outdoors, playing in the sandbox or riding my bike up and down the sidewalks. There were days when I only came inside for lunch and dinner; my parents wouldnít see me until after the sun had set. Nowadays, activities for children just arenít quite the same. Weíve all heard that childhood obesity is on the rise and has become a problem. Children arenít as active today as they once were.
Instead of playing a neighborhood game of kickball or jumping rope outside, children are finding more activities to keep themselves from being physically active. The internet and fancy game consoles have caught their attention. It isnít uncommon for children to come home from school and spend several hours in front of a computer or a Playstation. Sure, parents know where their children are and theyíre being quiet; but, they arenít getting the physical exercise that they should be getting. Activities for children have catered more towards teaching them that it is more fun to remain docile than be active.
My son is loves star wars and loves to play it on the xbox game console. My husband and I donít mind, but we set a timer for him. He is only allotted a specific amount of time each day that he's allowed to be sedentary in front of the game system. We want him to spend some time interacting with the rest of the family and being active. We are very much a fan of outdoor activities for children and encourage it as much as possible. Fortunately, he also loves to play outside and ride his bike.
If you are able to encourage outside activities for children, perhaps you can spend some time outdoors yourself. When my children outside, I focus my attention on weeding my flowerbeds or planting flowers. Sometimes, I'll lay on a blanket with a book. As long as I can them within my sights, I know they're safe and getting some great exercise.
Even though times have changed, always try to encourage activities for children that will get them motivated and moving. Allowing them to stare at a game for several hours isn't going to make them more healthy and active. Find activities for children that are creative, fun and allows them to release some energy.
Instead of playing a neighborhood game of kickball or jumping rope outside, children are finding more activities to keep themselves from being physically active. The internet and fancy game consoles have caught their attention. It isnít uncommon for children to come home from school and spend several hours in front of a computer or a Playstation. Sure, parents know where their children are and theyíre being quiet; but, they arenít getting the physical exercise that they should be getting. Activities for children have catered more towards teaching them that it is more fun to remain docile than be active.
My son is loves star wars and loves to play it on the xbox game console. My husband and I donít mind, but we set a timer for him. He is only allotted a specific amount of time each day that he's allowed to be sedentary in front of the game system. We want him to spend some time interacting with the rest of the family and being active. We are very much a fan of outdoor activities for children and encourage it as much as possible. Fortunately, he also loves to play outside and ride his bike.
If you are able to encourage outside activities for children, perhaps you can spend some time outdoors yourself. When my children outside, I focus my attention on weeding my flowerbeds or planting flowers. Sometimes, I'll lay on a blanket with a book. As long as I can them within my sights, I know they're safe and getting some great exercise.
Even though times have changed, always try to encourage activities for children that will get them motivated and moving. Allowing them to stare at a game for several hours isn't going to make them more healthy and active. Find activities for children that are creative, fun and allows them to release some energy.
Great kids books
My children love it when I read to them
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Amazon Price: $7.91 (as of 12/02/2009) 
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Amazon Price: $7.95 (as of 12/02/2009)
Where's Spot? (Little Spot Board Books)
Amazon Price: $7.99 (as of 12/02/2009)
There's an Alligator under My Bed (There's A…)
Amazon Price: $11.55 (as of 12/02/2009)
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Children's Vitamins
Making sure your child receives good nutrition
One thing I have struggled with my kids is their picky palates. I feel like a short order chef making a seperate meal for the kids since they don't like what I am making for dinner. I am too much of a marshmallow to force them to eat it, so I make them what they like. I remember being picky as a kid, so I can relate.
I do however make sure they get the needed vitamins, minerals, and other supplements. I have had to be inventive about it though. Here is what I give them:
1. Multivitamin supplement without food dyes and other junk added to it. The one I like can be found by clicking this link: children's multivitamin supplement
2. Fiber. I found a tasteless fiber that mixes well, made out of natural ingredients, contains probiotics, and trace minerals: Fiber supplement
3. Make sure they drink enough water every day.
4. Other supplements I use: protein supplement, Calcium supplement, and Immune system supplement.
Please consult your children's physician about which supplements are best for your kids.
I do however make sure they get the needed vitamins, minerals, and other supplements. I have had to be inventive about it though. Here is what I give them:
1. Multivitamin supplement without food dyes and other junk added to it. The one I like can be found by clicking this link: children's multivitamin supplement
2. Fiber. I found a tasteless fiber that mixes well, made out of natural ingredients, contains probiotics, and trace minerals: Fiber supplement
3. Make sure they drink enough water every day.
4. Other supplements I use: protein supplement, Calcium supplement, and Immune system supplement.
Please consult your children's physician about which supplements are best for your kids.
Cool kids songs
My kids love to sing and dance.
Check out my favorite songs! I've handpicked these MP3s from Amazon. Take a listen. If you like, you can click to buy them on Amazon.
Kids Rock!
Enjoy them before they grow up and move out.
We all used to be children once.
I do all my own stunts Infant Creeper
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It's all about Luke Infant/Toddler T-Shirt
Price: 13.99
AUNTIE RACHEL ROCKS Jr. Ringer T-Shirt
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Kids recipes
kids love to cook
Kids also like to eat yummy food
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kids Movies
kids videos out there
my kids love to watch movies. Let's encourage the movie makers to make more wholesome family movies for us to enjoy with our kids.
- 001- Night at the Museum
Chaos reigns at the natural history museum when night watchman Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) accidentally stirs up an ancient curse, awakening Attila the Hun, an army of gladiators, a Tyrannosaurus rex and other exhibits. Larry tries desperately to keep the museum under control, but he's fighting a losing battle until President Teddy Roosevelt (Robin Williams) comes to the rescue. Owen Wilson and Dick Van Dyke co-star in this family-friendly fantasy.- 002- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe
When four London children (Georgie Henley, William Moseley, Skandar Keynes and Anna Popplewell) are sent away to a country home for safety during World War II, they discover a magical wardrobe that leads them to Narnia, a snowy and fantastical land under the spell of an evil witch (Tilda Swinton). Rupert Everett and Jim Broadbent co-star in this visually stunning tale, the first in a series of films based on C.S. Lewis's classic novels.- 003- WALL-E
In a futuristic world, human beings have destroyed Earth and evacuated the planet, leaving the cleanup to an army of robots they've programmed to do their dirty work. Due to a mishap, the dutiful WALL-E is the only one left. But with the arrival of a female probe, the monotony of WALL-E's existence is broken -- and he experiences love for the first time. Andrew Stanton directs this Golden Globe- and Oscar-winning Pixar tale with a sci-fi twist.- 004- Ratatouille
Brad Bird (The Incredibles) co-directs this Oscar-winning Pixar offering about a passionate rat named Remy (voiced by Patton Oswalt) who thirsts for a sip of the good life, despite the questionable tastes of his rodent relatives. Growing up beneath a five-star Parisian restaurant, Remy inherits a taste for fine food. But his culinary ambitions only anger his practical father, who wishes his son could just eat garbage like everyone else.- 005- Cars
Prepare to peel out with this revved-up animated adventure featuring classic automobiles, plenty of fender benders, guffaws galore and a nostalgic Route 66 road trip with a crew that doesn't make pit stops. The star-studded voice cast includes Paul Newman, Owen Wilson, Bonnie Hunt and Cheech Marin. Nominated for the Best Animated Feature Oscar, Cars won Best Animated Film in the first category of its kind at the 2007 Golden Globes.- Try Netflix free for 14 days
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