8 Ways to Protect Your Child From Predatory Marketers Susan Linn, Ed.D. with host Rae Pica
| Susan Linn says that the proliferation of screens and marketing in schools means that companies are bypassing parents and undermining parental authority. She reminds us that it is not just products that are being marketed to children but also habits and behaviors. Listen to Susan’s recommendations for protecting your children from the “commercialization of childhood.” |
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Ending the Food Fight With Your Kids Dr. David Ludwig with host Rae Pica
| Do you know the difference between “real” food and “fake” food? Is your child aware of the difference? Dr. David Ludwig discusses the role of today’s “toxic environment” in the prevalence of overweight and obesity in children and offers advice for parents who want to take back their control and influence their children’s food choices in positive ways. |
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Second Thoughts About Involving Your Child in Competivive Sports Jay Coakley Ph.D. with host Rae Pica
| Is being involved in competitive sports from an early age a good idea for children? Sports sociologist Jay Coakley tells us that, while physical activity from an early age is necessary, placing children under the age of 8 in competitive situations may be counterproductive, especially if they haven’t had adequate opportunity to play on their own. |
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Understanding Your Child's Mind Body Connection Dr. Carla Hannaford with host Rae Pica
| Neurophysiologist Carla Hannaford says the whole body is an instrument of learning – that learning does not just occur through the eyes and the ears. Listen as Dr. Hannaford explains the mind/body connection and the role of movement in your child’s cognitive and brain development. |
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How Can I Help My Child Learn to Read Well? Dr. Jane Healy with host Rae Pica
| Dr. Healy tells us that every child is different, meaning there is no one age at which a child should read. Further, she contends that often children get the wrong kind of instruction in reading, which may do more harm than good. Listen to learn what simple activities you can do at home to positively impact your child’s reading ability. |
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