6-12 years Archives

Healthy snacks for kids

August 24, 2017/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Eating and Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Right Feature/by Rise and Shine

One to two healthy snacks per day can help avoid excessive hunger and overeating later while keeping your child’s brain sharp throughout the day.

Gluten-free school lunch ideas

August 23, 2017/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Eating and Nutrition, Food Allergies, Learning and School, Right Feature, School Health, Special Dietary Needs/by Rise and Shine

Finding lunches that are gluten-free, portable and healthy can be a challenge. Here are some tips to help you create a gluten-free school lunch.

Back-to-school health homework

August 21, 2017/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Check-ups, Doctor’s Visits, Learning and School, School Health, Sleep, Sleep Routines, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

The days of summer are becoming shorter and the first day of school is just around the corner. Beyond the brand new school supplies, there are other ways parents can prepare their children for the new school year.

Coping with the back-to-school transition

August 19, 2017/0 Comments/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Emotions and Behavior, Learning and School, Right Feature, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

Helping your children cope with their back-to-school transition emotions and start the new school year on the right foot are important tasks for a parent.