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Celebrating
the Spirit of America
Salute the Stars and Stripes this upcoming patriotic season with
information on the proper flag etiquette. The U.S. Flag should always be
treated with the utmost care and respect. Remember, the flag represents
a living country and, as such, is considered a living symbol. To find
out everything from Care and Respect, When to Fly the Flag to How to
Fold the Flag, go to the
American
Flags Web site. |
Turn
Off the Tube
A new study, conducted by the National Institute on Media and the
Family, suggests the removal of television sets from children's
bedrooms. The study cites the following negative effects:
- Children watch five-and-a-half more hours of TV
per week.
- Parents are less able to monitor their children's
viewing habits.
- Parents are less able to be consistent with rules
for watching media.
- Children participate in fewer activities other
than watching TV.
- Children do poorly in school.
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Interactive
Web Site Reinforces Kids' Safety Knowledge
Nickelodeon, the number one kids' entertainment brand, and Ford
Motor Company's Ford Division have joined forces to educate children and
parents about safety. Featuring Blue of the children's television show
Blue's Clues as the 'spokespuppy,' the companies have teamed to bring
about a variety of safety tips, an interactive Web site on safety
featuring Blue's Clues characters, and games and activities with a
safety theme. Visit
the Front Seat area, where parents will find valuable information
gathered from a number of organizations that are dedicated to educating
the public about safety. The site includes downloadable information on
vehicle safety, home and school safety, water safety and much more.
There are also interactive games children can play to reinforce the
safety themes. |
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