Articles written by Sara McGrath

For consumers who want to avoid chemical ingredients and additives in commercial shampoos and conditioners, homemade recipes may provide a safe, inexpensive alternative.

Apr 22, 2009 - Sara McGrath

Play along with Anna as she works her way up from boutique apprentice to famous fashion designer.

Apr 22, 2009 - Sara McGrath

Use paper wisely. Earth Day is a day to learn about environmental conservation and sustainability.

Apr 3, 2009 - Sara McGrath

One might ask, "Why would anyone want to read about another person's horrible childhood?" Yet, these so-called "misery memoirs" are abundantly written and read.

Apr 2, 2009 - Sara McGrath

Printable Easter activity sheets and coloring pages are free, quick and easy, and fun to do.

Mar 27, 2009 - Sara McGrath

YouTube hosts plenty of great videos for kids, but protecting children from inappropriate content is not always easy. That's where kid-safe interfaces come in.

Mar 27, 2009 - Sara McGrath

The Internet offers a variety of opportunities to nurture a child's interest in fashion through creative games, activities, history, and career and educational resources.

Mar 24, 2009 - Sara McGrath

Dora the Explorer is getting a fashionable makeover, a move to the big city, and group of new friends.

Mar 19, 2009 - Sara McGrath

When it comes to pigs, tininess, as with beauty, is apparently in the eye of the beholder. When compared to non-miniatures, micro-mini or teacup potbellied pigs are tiny.

Mar 10, 2009 - Sara McGrath

As the unschooling population grows, so do the definitions and conceptions of the relaxed homeschooling lifestyle.

Mar 1, 2009 - Sara McGrath

Baby cereals and mashed sweet potatoes, once widely recommended, are no longer generally considered safe choices.

Feb 25, 2009 - Sara McGrath

Well-developed characters play an integral role in both character-driven and plot-driven novels.

Feb 22, 2009 - Sara McGrath

Deceptively simple fashion games provide hours of fun for children, while inspiring creativity, individuality, and increased self-awareness.

Feb 9, 2009 - Sara McGrath

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals championed for George the 140-year-old lobster's freedom, and won! He was released back into the ocean off the coast of Maine.

Jan 10, 2009 - Sara McGrath

A wiki (Hawaiian for "fast") is a web page designed to enable anyone who accesses it to contribute or edit content, in other words a simple online database.

Jan 8, 2009 - Sara McGrath

Begin with the term vegetarian and add the optional prefixes lacto (dairy), ovo (egg), or pesco (fish), as applicable. Pescovegetarians are fish-eating vegetarians.

Jan 7, 2009 - Sara McGrath

Books are not the only way to learn to read. Many children teach themselves to read with the aid of online games and activities designed to foster early literacy.

Dec 29, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Interactive websites aimed at toddlers and preschoolers combine basic computer skills with traditional early childhood educational skills.

Dec 28, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Paper dolls have gone high tech with online dress up, makeover studio, fashion design, and beauty salon games where kids can style avatars, characters, and celebrities.

Dec 27, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Beyond giving a simple yes or no answer, parents may consider the consequences to children of how they approach, interpret, and inevitably answer the Santa question.

Nov 29, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Working at home is good for individuals, families, and the environment. Individuals pursuing authentic home employment may consider a career in medical transcription.

Nov 26, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Well seasoned and cared for cast iron cookware is naturally nonstick, durable, versatile, and inexpensive.

Nov 16, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Clean living may not equal healthy living. Some scientists suggest that too little germ exposure inhibits healthy immune development and promotes disease.

Nov 3, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Crafting stamps, following clues, solving puzzles, and hiking all combine in the Old World traditional activity known as letterboxing.

Oct 28, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Parents can do several things to boost a child's immune system in order to protect against infectious diseases and minimize chances of adverse vaccine reactions.

Oct 11, 2008 - Sara McGrath

In 1989, the University of Minnesota issued a warning against heating breast milk or infant formula in a microwave oven.

Oct 1, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Three to five days after giving birth, many new mothers experience breast engorgement which can lead to painful clogged milk ducts and mastitis if left untreated.

Sep 21, 2008 - Sara McGrath

If the cervix is ripe and the baby is at least 37 weeks gestational age, labor can be induced safely and naturally at home.

Sep 7, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Vitamin D deficiency in mothers and breastfed babies may more accurately be called sunlight deficiency combined with environmental pollution.

Sep 2, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Pregnant women need not remove navel piercings. With appropriate jewelry and skin care, women can preserve their piercings throughout pregnancy.

Aug 25, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Eating healthful dietary fats, such as those found in fish and seafood, is among several practices that support optimal hydration and support of a pregnant woman's skin.

Aug 25, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Alternative vaccination schedules incorporate selective and delayed vaccination to reduce the risks of adverse reactions and vaccine injury.

Aug 11, 2008 - Sara McGrath

A common form of eczema, seborrheic dermatitis affects the oily areas of the body, primarily the scalp and face. Several natural treatments can be found in the kitchen.

Aug 7, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Using a file folder, paper, scissors, and glue, homeschoolers can create lap books to enhance their learning experiences and create keepsakes for presentation and review.

Aug 4, 2008 - Sara McGrath

In an attempt to eliminate inequality between the sexes, some parents and teachers actively discourage traditional gender identification in young children.

Jul 28, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Activists petition to ban artificial food dyes after new research supports a link to ADHD in children.

Jul 21, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Using signs allows infants to easily communicate their needs and wants, reducing frustration, and to enhance bonding with those who use signs to communicate with them.

Jul 8, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Children benefit from meditation, too. With a little guidance from a parent or caregiver, children of all ages can meditate easily, anytime and anywhere.

Jun 30, 2008 - Sara McGrath

With patience and flexibility, parents can continue to enjoy hiking while spending quality time with young children and fostering a connection with the natural world.

Jun 26, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Today's parents take for granted that their children will at some point reject parental authority, shun their company, and turn instead to their peers for guidance.

Jun 19, 2008 - Sara McGrath

Time-in is the new time-out. Parents and caregivers seeking positive and compassionate alternatives to harsher forms of discipline are turning from time-outs to time-ins.

Jun 16, 2008 - Sara McGrath

You can use any blogging platform to create an "edu-blog" educational blog for your children.

Jun 12, 2008 - Sara McGrath