June 5, 2012 
Starting this evening, a very rare occurrence will begin – the transition of the planet Venus across our Sun.
Ho-hum, you might say but this will be the last time this transition occurs during our lifetime. The transitions happen in pairs – our last one was in 2004... continue reading...
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western hemisphere August 2, 2011 
Your child’s new schedule is coming out this month – any areas you’re worried about?
If you live in any of the 16 cities that Adam Wes Academics is located, you’re in luck! Wes’s approach is revolutionary for tutoring on those extra tough subjects of... continue reading...
June 13, 2011 
Now that school is out, the last thing your children want to do is think about school, probably.
Unfortunately, there’s a good chance your children may already be behind the curve on the core subjects experts advise fo... continue reading...
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Wiley July 24, 2010 
Waking up with a sore jaw, dull headache or earache are all tell-tale warning signs of bruxism, better known as teeth grinding. Bruxism is widespread, affecting 15% of the overall adult population.
Bruxism is also very common in children, with some est... continue reading...
July 7, 2010 
Each generation has one - the must-have manual for how to raise kids. Many moms these days were "Dr. Spock" babies when they were young. In recent years, moms looked to Dr. Sears or Dr. Brazelton for their new bundles of joy. Now there's a new kid on... continue reading...
June 4, 2010 
Having trouble with your child's behavior? (What parent doesn't?) Think it's more than just a bad attitude? Does your child frequently exhibit any of the following behaviors (more than normal)?
frequent temper tantrums ... continue reading...
November 22, 2008 
Ever notice a green heron in your presence?
They are found over much of the North American continent. Go near a creek, pond, lake, or estuary, and you have likely see the enigmatic little avians.
They make a "chook!" sound that will certainly grab your attention.
Today's Fa... continue reading...
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Well, it's that time of year again, at least for the majority of us who inhabit the northwern hemisphere.
Temperatures are dropping, days are getting shorter, and soon, snow will begin falling from the sky.
Today's FamilyFirst pick celebrates the beauty of the snowflake and ... continue reading...
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time of year November 5, 2008 
One of the noblest of studies is that of science.
Science relies on conclusions reached by observation, by experimentation, and by building upon the observations and experimentations of others.
Many have fancied themselves scientists throughoutout history.
Many othe... continue reading...
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The human brain is an immensely complex organ.
Scientists have discovered many fascinating facts about it.
They know perhaps .01% of what there is to know about the brain.
But today's FamilyFirst pick has put nine amazing facts together about the gelatinous collecti... continue reading...
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