Highlights: November 2009

UNC-TV Kids Getting a Shot: You Can Do It! Sid is hearing a lot about how to stay healthy, which leads him to ask lots of questions about what can make a person sick and what he can do to keep from getting sick. Join Sid to stay healthy!

Teachers and Childcare Providers “What Television Can (and Can’t) Do to Promote Early Literacy Development!” Not all TV is good for children, but research findings taken from the article “What Television Can (and Can’t) Do to Promote Early Literacy Development” has shown that some PBS programs such as Reading Rainbow (Wood & Duke 1997), Sesame Street and Between The Lions include positive messages about literacy development. These findings reinforce the educational philosophy of UNC-TV: a learning triangle philosophy, which is Reading with children, viewing UNC-TV-rich broadcasts and doing activities related to a specific theme, thus Read, View, and Do. Click the link above to learn more about our workshops.

TV for Learning Healthy Choices Create a daily food log, evaluate personal eating habits and create a plan for self-improvement. Explore healthy choices and strategies for conflict resolution. Source: Activity Packs Type: Offline Activity/Project Grades: 3-5, 6-8 Subjects: Health & Fitness Tags: Conflict Resolution, Fitness, Nutrition

Adult Learning NC Museum of Natural Sciences This Raleigh, NC, resource provides willing adults with areas for guided learning, workshops and trips, club meetings, internships and volunteer opportunities.

Parents Managing Expectations for the Holidays Many kids are already reciting holiday gift lists, but their demands don't always have parents' budgets in mind. So, what do you do? First, be honest about your finances. For more ideas, see seven tips to make the holidays wallet-friendly.

Outreach Resources for Flu Response Efforts The American Lung Association has created an Online Flu Clinic Locater as part of its High-risk Influenza Immunization Program. In addition, Sesame Workshop joined with three federal agencies to teach flu prevention tips to American children using four video PSAs featuring Gordon and Elmo. Share these resources with your community.

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