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What is that leafy green?

On my last trip to the grocery store the cashier asked “what exactly is this?” in reference to my favorite vegetable: kale. Kale is an amazing vegetable is starting to be recognized for its exceptional nutrient richness, health benefits, and delicious flavor. A leafy green, kale is available in several varieties. It belongs to the […]

WRITTEN BY: Melissa Welker M.Ed., B.S., Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Fulton County, Maumee Valley EERA, welker.87@osu.edu

REVIEWED BY: Patrice Powers-Barker, CFLE, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Educator, Ohio State University Extension, Lucas County, Maumee Valley EERA, powers-barker.1@osu.edu

SOURCES:

  • www.webmd.com
  • www.allrecipes.com
  • www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org
  • www.migarden.msu.edu

Proven Practices in Helping Young Children Learn to Read and Write

When I was a student at Purdue University I worked for two professors who were studying early literacy (reading and writing) in Head Start classrooms (children 3-5 years-old). For two years, literacy was a big part of my life and I learned much about the ins and outs of how adults (parents and teachers) can […]

WRITTEN BY: James S. Bates, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Field Specialist

REVIEWED BY: OSU Extension Educators Polly Loy, MS (Belmont County), and Marie Economos, MS (Trumbull County).

SOURCES:

  • Effective Writing Practices:
  • Gerde, H. K., Bingham, G. E., & Wasik, B. A. (2012). Writing in early childhood classrooms: Guidance for best practices. Early Childhood Education Journal, DOI 10.1007/s10643-012-0531-z.
  • Dialogic Reading:
  • Justice, L. M., & Pullen, P. C. (2003). Promising interventions for promoting emergent literacy skills: Three evidence-based approaches. Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 23(3), 99-113.
  • Whitehurst, G. J., Falco, F. L., Lonigan, C. J., Fischel, J. E., DeBaryshe, B. D., Valdez-Menchaca, M. C., et al. (1988). Accelerating language development through picture book reading. Developmental Psychology, 24, 552–559.

Food Safety Tips for Farm Fresh Produce

Fresh vegetables and fruits available at farmers markets, or from a local orchard, can be an important part of our healthy diet. These foods provide fiber, vitamins and minerals to prevent chronic disease, help keep our weight down, and to maintain our bodies at an optimum level. On occasion, these fresh foods can be contaminated […]

Guiding Positive Behavior for your Toddler and Preschooler

Toddlers and preschoolers are developing emotionally, physically, cognitively, and even socially. This growth leads to an increased curiosity about their world, which can sometimes mean undesirable behavior. When these occasions arise it is important for parents to have tools and techniques to keep their kiddos safe and promote positive behavior. During a child’s toddler and […]

WRITTEN BY: Jennifer Bennett, HDFS Student Intern, Ohio State University Extension and Carmen Irving, M.A. Ohio State University Extension

REVIEWED BY: Amanda Rysz, Ohio State University Extension

REFERENCES:

  • http://www.ncbi.nlm.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2719514
  • http://kidshealth.org/parent/emotions/behavior/discpline.html#

Wedding Trifecta: Dreams, Decisions, and $$

We’re coming up on the month of June, which means the wedding season is about to commence. June, July, September, and October are the most popular months for scheduling wedding ceremonies. Peak times vary according to climate. Most brides want to have a reasonable assurance of good weather, which for those of us in the […]

WRITTEN BY: Donna Green, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Erie County, green.308@osu.edu

REVIEWED BY: Betsy DeMatteo, Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Ohio NEFE Rep, Ohio Saves Coordinator, Ohio State University Extension

SOURCES:

  • http://honeymoons.about.com/cs/eurogen1/a/weddingstats.htm
  • http://www.kiplinger.com/article/spending/T059-C011-S001-save-money-on-your-honeymoon.html
  • http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/top-10-ways-to-save-money-on-your-wedding-1.aspx

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