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Heart Month

February is National Heart Month
(Posted on 2/6/2012)
Learn what you can do to keep your heart healthy.

Financial Topics in the New Year

Financial Topics in the New Year
(Posted on 1/13/2012)
Every year, the arrival of a new year and the beginning of the "tax season" lead many people to think hard about their finances.

Dare to Excel

"Dare to Excel" Newsletter Helps Parents Help Kids Become Better Learners
(Posted on 12/30/2011)
When weekends, school breaks and summer are added together, kids spend many hours outside of school walls. How this time is spent affects their growth and development, as well as their success at school.

Emmet County FIRST LEGO League

Emmet County FIRST LEGO League Competes in Tournament
(Posted on 12/7/2011)
The Estherville Meteors 4-H FIRST LEGO League (FLL) team had fun competing in the northwest Iowa regional tournament in Sioux City on Saturday, December 3rd. As they approached the competition, it was critical that the team used the FIRST Lego League Core Values---- especially, “What we discover is more important than what we win” and “We are a Team.”

Maple Leaf

Getting Your Family Ready for Winter
(Posted on 10/26/2011)
It's hard to believe, but the Iowa winter is just around the corner. Now is the time to start preparing for the season ahead. Iowa State University Extenson has many resources available to help.

eXtension Just in Time Parenting

eXtension Just in Time Parenting
(Posted on 10/26/2011)
Parents are now able to sign up for free: Extension’s age-paced series– Monthly “e-deliveries” –keyed to the age of their child – FAQs and Ask the Expert--searchable databases.

Harvest Safety

Harvest Safety
(Posted on 8/30/2010)
Harvest is a busy time for farmers and agricultural workers and increases the chance for accidents and injuries. Check out our links to publications and website for tips on a safe harvest.

Meals

Healthy Meals in a Hurry
(Posted on 9/27/2007)
A publication from Iowa State University Extension is designed to help consumers of all ages blend time-saving convenience with nutritious, dollar-stretching food choices.

Managing Money and Feelings in Tough Times
(Posted on 8/15/2005)
Whether it is your first experience with tough times, or you have been there before, you may feel a sense of loss that extends well beyond lose in income or lifestyle.

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Publications Help Iowans Make Simple Changes for an Energy Efficient Home
(Posted on 11/17/2004)
New Iowa Energy Center publications are available from ISU Extension to help Iowans become more cost and energy efficient in their homes.

News from Iowa State University Extension
Kids Learn Healthy Habits from Caring Adults
(Posted on 2/1/2012)
Adults need to adapt healthier lifestyles and be role models for kids if Iowa is going to be the healthiest state in the nation, says Ruth Litchfield, an Iowa State University associate professor and state nutrition extension specialist.
Science of Parenting: How to Parent Spirited Children
(Posted on 2/1/2012)
When it comes to temperament, some kids are as dependable as pickup trucks, while others are as touchy as high-end sports cars. This month’s Science of Parenting podcast from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach examines the “engine” that drives a child and how parents can manage spirited children.
Connect to Nature at February Virtual Eco Family Conference
(Posted on 1/25/2012)
“When we love the place where we live, we take better care of it,” said Kristi Cooper, a family life specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. She will discuss how to develop a sense of place and build communities that connect people with nature during the Virtual Eco Family Conference on Feb. 2.
Parent-Child Cell Phone Debate Continues
(Posted on 1/17/2012)
Parents can exert a measure of control over their child’s mobile phone use by limiting use, checking its contents and using it to monitor the whereabouts of their offspring. However, with a few exceptions, these activities by parents do not seem to impact patterns of cell phone use by teens, according to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach family life specialists.
Women: Register for Money Talk Online Class by Feb. 1
(Posted on 1/13/2012)
At some point in many women’s lives, they will have to make major financial decisions. Money Talk, an online class offered through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, gives women the knowledge to make those decisions and improve their lives. The registration deadline is Feb. 1 and the class begins Feb. 6.
Science of Parenting: Using Technology to Help with Parenting
(Posted on 1/3/2012)
From podcasts to text messages and Skype, many parents are adding technology to their parenting toolkit. This month’s Science of Parenting podcast from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach takes a closer look at how parents can use information and communications technology for parenting.
Virtual Eco Family Conference Connects Families to the Environment
(Posted on 12/22/2011)
Iowa families throughout the state will be getting together — virtually — once a month from January through June for an Eco Family Conference from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. It’s an opportunity for families to improve the environment, reduce their carbon footprint and create community close to home.
Extension Offers Free Monthly Parenting Newsletter
(Posted on 12/16/2011)
Any parent, new or seasoned, may have questions regarding his or her children. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offers a free monthly newsletter, Just in Time Parenting, with helpful information on parenting young ones.
Phone App Is Winter Preparedness Tool for Motorists
(Posted on 12/14/2011)
A new smartphone application from the North Dakota State University Extension Service will help motorists prepare for winter weather travels. And should they get stuck in winter weather, the app provides on-the-spot assistance.
Parents Can Help Kids Deal with Bullying
(Posted on 12/1/2011)
Relational aggression in children is another way of saying that kids can be mean to one another. Parents may not be able to stop this bullying, but they can help their children learn how to deal with the behavior, says Kimberly Greder, an extension specialist and associate professor of human development and family studies at Iowa State University.

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Malisa Rader - Family Life Program Specialist
Phone: 515-832-9597
Fax: 515-832-9597
Email: mrader@iastate.edu

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