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Bicycle Safety: Springing into Spring Safety
by Michele Blandino

Despite all appearances to the contrary (at least in some parts of the country), Spring will arrive soon. And, as the temperatures rise, adults and children alike will dust off their bicycles, inline skates and other outdoor equipment and take to the streets.
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Children's Recreation Programs: Should You Sign a Contract?
by Michele Blandino

Recreation programs for children have become a big business. For reasons not totally clear, the impromptu games between neighborhood kids have given way to organized instruction and increasing pressure to identify one primary activity by age ten. As a result, parents find themselves able to choose from a number of different options for activities ranging from dance classes to karate lessons.
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Combating Cabin Fever
by Sherril Steele-Carlin

What's cabin fever? If you've been cooped up at home during bad weather until you think you can't take it any more, then you already know the answer to that question. If you have kids, the problems may just be multiplied. Before you throw in the towel, here are some ways to get energized when you can't get out and about!
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