MetroKids MetroKids, April 2010 - Parenting Resources for Delaware Valley Families

Gazelle Zerafati Wins $50,000 Prize

The national Young Epidemiology Scholars award follows the Baldwin School junor's win earlier this month in the Delaware Valley Science Fairs.

2010 5th Grade Model House Contest

Garnet Valley student tops other 5th graders in Habitat for Humanity's annual competition.

'Spice' Health Warning Issued

Following recent drug-related hospitalizations, Delaware health officials have issued a warning about the use of a street drug called “Spice.”

15 Win Science Fair Medals

Delaware Valley Science Fairs winners are headed to San Jose, Calif., to compete in the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, May 9-14

Kids Can Bowl Free All Summer

At participating centers, up to 4 adult family members also receive daily free games for a one-time $24.95 fee.

Hannah Lam Wins Orchestra Honor

Violinist Hannah Lam, 12, a student at Henry C. Beck Middle School in Cherry Hill, NJ, has won the Philadelphia Orchestra’s Albert M. Greenfield Student Competition.

Breastfeeding Could Save $13 Billion

More than 900 deaths, mostly among infants, could be prevented if 90% of U.S. mothers breastfed for six months, study finds.

DE 4th Grader Wins Science Contest

Olivia Smith Donovan, a student at Claymont Elementary School in Delaware, has won the national Kids’ Science Challenge for 3rd-to-6th graders sponsored by the National Science Foundation.

Help Siblings Celebrate a New Baby

Involving brothers and sisters can make a new baby's homecoming a family affair.

Mom-Baby Yoga: Tender Awareness

Mom-baby yoga classes can foster bonding and a sense of empowerment.

5 Healthy Kids' Snack Tricks

Many snacks are prime sources of extra sugar and fats. Providing appealing, nutritious treats can reduce the risk of childhood obesity.

How To Find a Reliable Sitter

Trusting your children with a new babysitter isn't easy. How do you find someone you can rely on?

Little Steps Lead to a Green Home

If enough people take small measures to "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle," it can make a big impact.

Music with Earth-Friendly Messages

Kids want to be caretakers of their planet, and they get excited about music that encourages good environmental practices. Here are some good choices.