Does your kid know how to call you?

Many children know their home phone numbers, but does your 5 year-old know your cell number? Even a young child of 4 can learn to memorize her mom’s cell number if you make it into a song. Say the number with a bit of a tune, and break up the first three and second four numbers. Then, repeat it in the same way each time. If you work on this together for about one month, she will get it.

 

Teach your children how to use both your home phone and your cell phone. This can start as young as 5 by having your children call Grandma. Practice a few times together, then let your child try it on his own. Teach not only the buttons, but also how to talk into the speaker section and hold the ear piece properly.

 

Once your children are in elementary school, you can teach them how and when to call 911 from both your home and cell phones.

Fast and Super Healthy Kid-Friendly Breakfast

This quick breakfast packs in loads of omega 3 fats as well as antioxidants. Best of all - your kids are sure to love it! Serve with a side of fruit or fresh-squeezed OJ and the kids are ready for a productive day at school.

Serves 2 children under 12:

Grind the flax and sunflower seeds in a coffee grinder and keep in the refrigerator.

½ cup old-fashioned, slow cooking oatmeal

1 cup non-fat milk or organic, unsweetened (not plain)* soy milk

1 tablespoon ground flax seed

1 tablespoon ground sunflower seed

2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

2 chopped dried dates or 1 tablespoon pre-chopped dried dates

2 teaspoons unsweetened powdered cocoa (the type used in baking)

 

Place oatmeal and milk in a medium, microwave-safe cooking bowl and cook on high for 2.5 minutes. Otherwise, cook on stove top just prior to boiling and transfer to a medium mixing bowl. Do not overcook.

 

Mix in ground flax and sunflower seeds with a whisk or fork. Mix in walnuts and dates with a spoon and divide into two serving bowls. Sprinkle top of each serving with 1 teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa and serve.

 

*Plain soy milk is loaded with sugars, salt, and fillers. Only serve your children organic, unsweetened soy products.