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Iowa Food Insecurity & Hunger
(Posted on 9/12/2006)
Iowa families and the communities they live in are working together to solve the problems of individual, household and community food insecurity and hunger. Food insecurity affects health, worker productivity, growth and development of children, sense of well-being and quality of life.

Order Form for MyPyramid Materials
(Posted on 12/2/2005)
Form to order MyPyramid tear pads or posters from the Iowa Beef Industry Council or ISU Extension Publications Store.
Brain Development: Windows of Opportunity
(Posted on 8/11/2005)
“Research shows that infants have critical periods for brain development. Find out why these “windows of opportunity” are critical to helping a child learn.”
Taking Control of Your Money
(Posted on 12/30/2004)
Can't Pay Your Bills?
This web-based course gives you a step-by-step process that teaches you what you need to do to take control of your money and get out of debt.
Parenting Pipeline/Centsible Parenting Newsletters
(Posted on 11/17/2004)
School offers many opportunities for your child to learn and grow. Each grade level brings changes and challenges. As parents you want information, education and support for dealing with parenting skills, child development and family life. Iowa State University Extension provides monthly newsletters tailored to the September - May school year.
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Staff
Sharon Mays-Families Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 261-4217
Fax: (515) 263-2704
Email:
smays@iastate.edu Elizabeth "Beth" Fleming-Families Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 382-6551
Fax: (515) 382-2696
Email:
bflem@iastate.edu
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