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August 22 , 2007

It’s that time again!

Feel like summer has flown by? Desperate for a few more weeks (at least!) of sunshine, tank tops, summer hours at the office, lighter-than-usual traffic? You're certainly not alone.

With September just a couple of weeks away, back-to-school time is in the air... and in the malls! The stores are crowded with parents stocking up on binders, pens and pencils, knapsacks, lunchboxes, notebooks, dictionaries, new jeans, new runners... you name it.

Whether you're trying to get your wee one ready for preschool, or you're attempting to help your anxious teen make the transition into high school, it's time to start prepping with our Back-to-School Guide: It's filled with practical tips and pointers on everything from buying the perfect backpack to making those first few early mornings easier.

While it's been a while since I was a student, I'm also getting those nervous butterflies this August. On Saturday, while you're making the most out of the second-last weekend before the new school year begins, I'll be entering into something new, too... Marriage! I'd be willing to bet your kids are as nervous (and excited!) about going back to school as I am about walking down the aisle.

See you next time,
Lisa Goldman
Todaysparent.com

P.S.: Today's the last day of our special Ask a teacher forum. Go to the Forums to get all your questions answered about the upcoming school year.


In the news: Toy safety and recalls
Concerned about the recent toy safety alerts and recalls? Post your queries today, and Today's Parent's contributing toy editor Marcia MacQuarrie will answer your questions in a special forum on Tuesday August 28 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Great Schools 2007
Did your school make the grade? Find out which schools made this year's Top 25 list.

Back-to-School Guide
Get everything you need to start the year off with a bang.


Don't miss these exciting upcoming forums—your chance to get advice from the experts!

Last chance:
Today!—Back to school with Sandra Itzkovitch, High-school teacher

Don't miss:
August 28 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.—Toy safety and recalls with Marcia MacQuarrie

See you in the forums,
Leslie
Todaysparent.com Moderator

The Talk Forums at Todaysparent.com help parents connect for advice, support and friendship. Join today to begin sharing your experiences!


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Baby Namer
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Visit Craftivity Corner
Find crafts and activities for kids of all ages in the Craftivity Corner. Craftivity of the month: Help your kids make cute magnets for your fridge using frozen juice top lids.


Tracy's Baby Story
Anna's been busy this week. Not only has she been practicing saying her name, but she's discovered a new hobby. Follow along as Tracy fills us in on what Anna's up to.

Hot Tips to Keep You Cool - From firefighter Shane Ferguson:

Smoke and heat rise. They fill a room from the ceiling down. That's why firefighters crawl in fires, and that's the technique you should use when escaping from a fire. How low can you go? As low as you can to get the coolest, most breathable air in a room.

For more fire safety tips visit Shane's website, Staying Alive


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