Early Learning Webinar
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
Have you heard about our webinars? Early childhood professionals can now participate in online learning that is convenient, cost effective and easy.

Families Can Build Strengths, Cope with Stress during Tough Times
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
Stress can pull family members apart just when they need each other the most. Donna K. Donald, family life program specialists offers ideas to strengthen families during these tough times of layoffs, state budget cuts and the overall economic uncertainty.

When Things Don’t Go Well, Help Your Child Succeed
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
It’s natural for parents to try to soften the blow for their children when things don’t go well. But parents can help children view failures and setbacks as learning experiences. Donna K. Donald, family life program specialists suggests parents affirm feelings, listen carefully, and then encourage the child to try again.

Skies Still Can be ‘Friendly’ If Plan Ahead for Air Travel
(Posted on 1/10/2008)
Airline travel is more complicated than it used to be, notes Donna Donald, a family life specialist with Iowa State University Extension. “However it’s still possible to fly the ‘friendly’ skies with a little advance planning.”

Money Talk
(Posted on 1/10/2008)
Money Talk is an online/correspondence financial education program designed for the unique needs of women today. Participate in the course from the comfort of your own home. ISU Campus instructors provide an opportunity to upgrade your current financial skills.

Time Out
(Posted on 1/1/2008)
Football teams aren’t the only ones who can benefit from a “time out,” says Donna Donald, a family life specialist with Iowa State University Extension. Many parents use time outs to discipline their children. Time out can be a good way for both parents and children to cool off and prevent further misbehavior. Used properly, time out can be a learning opportunity, and that’s the true meaning of discipline.

Reading Readiness Starts Early
(Posted on 9/5/2007)
Three simple strategies can help children prepare for reading when they start school. “Using these strategies daily along with reading books and other printed materials with children will put them on the road to success in school,” according to Donna Donald, Iowa State University (ISU) Extension family life specialist.

A Place of Your Own
(Posted on 7/3/2007)
“A Place of Your Own” Online education for homebuyers, covering the important points about home mortgage selection and what to do as you progress through the steps of finding the right property, making an offer, and completing the steps in closing.