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Children, Families & Seniors
Additional Resources

School-aged Children

  • A Guide to the Business of Babysitting
    Want to start your own babysitting business? Visit this site to learn what you need to know to become a great babysitter! Also available in Spanish.

  • Helping Children Succeed in School
    A program that gives successful strategies for parents and caregivers to help their children succeed in school. Also in Spanish.

  • Laundry Guide for Beginners
    If you have a teen heading to college, include our Laundry Guide for Beginners when the packing starts. This guide gives step-by-step instructions on sorting clothes, preparing the load, using detergents correctly, and using the proper fabric settings on washers and dryers. Download a free copy here.

  • Let's Party
    Tips for having safe, drug-free parties for 5th-8th graders including a hosting checklist, tasty recipes, and fun party games.

  • Nibbles
    Ideas for coping with the challenges of parenting and preparing your children for success. Also in Spanish.

  • Sports and Nutrition: The Winning Connection
    Written and designed for today's young athlete, these easy-to-use nutrition guides work well in classrooms and after-school programs.

  • Walk in My Shoes
    Walk in My Shoes is an activity project that reaches across generations and teaches young people about growing older and the physical changes that occur with age.

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