Children

‘Study Drugs’ Unsafe and Unethical, Say Neurologists

March 27, 2013, 7:00 am

‘Study drugs’ are touted to give students a competitive edge, but experts advise it could lead to big health problems.

Better TV Means Better Kids, Says Education News

March 12, 2013, 4:38 pm

The average child is exposed to 4 hours of background TV per day. Negative content, for example, of unhealthy food or violence, can have a huge negative impact. But [...]

Children Already Feeling NYC’s Belt Tightening

February 13, 2013, 7:00 am

New York City is home to 1.7 million children, who are feeling the pinch from budget cuts and a tough economy.

Movie Review: ‘Lore’

February 7, 2013, 5:20 am

Growing up will be difficult for this young German girl. She will have to look after her siblings, deal with the usual coming-of-age awkwardness, and come to terms with her [...]

Estate Planning Considerations for Young People

January 4, 2013, 3:15 pm

Younger people prepare estate plans to be ready for potential emergencies like serious injury, long term healthcare, and guardianship for children.

Write an Explanatory Letter to Accompany Your Will

December 31, 2012, 1:27 pm

Soothe potential hurt feelings by writing a thoughtful letter in addition to preparing your will.

200 Children Get Toys for Tots in NYC

December 20, 2012, 9:48 pm

U.S. Marines Toys for Tots, the Dad’s Away foundation, City Council members, school staff, and Santa Clause gave toys to over 200 children ages 5–12 at PS 189 in New York City.

Changes Ahead for Early Education’s Head Start Program

December 19, 2012, 11:56 pm

Organizations such as school districts, nonprofits, and other childcare providers that have never had the chance to facilitate a Head Start school now have the chance to [...]