June 2011

'My Plate' Replaces Food Pyramid

Four sections correspond to recommended dietary portions, with a dairy portion on the side. Officials and First Lady Michelle Obama say the new graphic is easier to understand.

Should We Worry About Chemicals?

Concern grows over lax laws and endocrine disruption in kids and pregnant women.

by Suzanne Koup-Larsen

Great Summer Book List 2011

Keep your child reading this summer with this list of the best kids' books published in the past 12 months.

New Baby Love Sung in 2 Keys

New parents can sing along to baby using this remarkable book-CD package from Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer.

by Kathy O'Connell

Adopt Your Next Family Pet

Millions of sheltered and rescued animals need homes. Here’s how to make the right choice.

by Susan Stopper

New This Month

Turtle and mummy exhibits, Thomas the Tank Engine in Lancaster, summer theater and more for families in June

Farm Fresh

Where to pick summer’s sweetest fruits — and recipes to make at home

By Stephanie Halinski

Free Shore Fun!

Your ultimate guide to summer at the shore — 50+ summer concerts, festivals, movies and more

By Stephanie Halinski

5 Special Needs Vacation Ideas

When planning a vacation with a child who has special needs, begin months ahead and be prepared for false starts. These ideas can help.

by Janet Groene

What Are the New Sunscreen Rules?

By summer 2012, products must protect against two types of radiation and have a SPF of at least 15 in order to claim they reduce the risk of skin cancer. They also must say how many minutes they resist water instead of claiming to be "waterproof." SPF ratings higher than 50 could be banned.

New Children's Zoo To Open in 2013

The Philadelphia Zoo has broken ground for a new, world-class children's zoo that will open in 2013. Animals will move throughout the Zoo on new overhead trails.

'My Plate' Replaces Food Pyramid

Four sections correspond to recommended dietary portions, with a dairy portion on the side. Officials and First Lady Michelle Obama say the new graphic is easier to understand.

Camp Gear Gets Personal

Kids going to camp? Consider packing this personalized gear.

By Stephanie Halinski

Camp Counselors Learn to Care

From bug bites to bullying, training covers many situations.

by Ellen Warren

Help Your Little One Stay Sharp

During the summer, even preschoolers can lose 20% of what they learned

by Stanley Thomas

There's a Book Club for You!

From the literary scholar to the mystery lover to the casual reader, there’s a place for everyone in the Delaware Valley’s numerous book clubs.

by Susan Stopper

'My Plate' Replaces Food Pyramid

Four sections correspond to recommended dietary portions, with a dairy portion on the side. Officials and First Lady Michelle Obama say the new graphic is easier to understand.

Should We Worry About Chemicals?

Concern grows over lax laws and endocrine disruption in kids and pregnant women.

by Suzanne Koup-Larsen

Drug and Alcohol Chats that Connect

Find everyday experience to discuss drugs, drinking and smoking — and start young.

by Terri Akman

5 Special Needs Vacation Ideas

When planning a vacation with a child who has special needs, begin months ahead and be prepared for false starts. These ideas can help.

by Janet Groene