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LEARNING TO WAIT THE TEST OF TIME

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new promises, new friends, new readers, and new advertisers and a new look!

e strive each year to bring inspiration, information and education to our readers. Using this platform has increased our relationships with our readers, writers, advertisers, local health professionals, community leaders… and the list goes on! So with our “first of the new year” issue, we are happy to introduce a new look for our publications. We hope you like this modern, clean look. We kept the same great content and your favorite departments, plus added a new editorial to inspire reading. The benefits of reading a book (in your hands) are grand; for instance, greater mental stimulation, stress reduction, increased knowledge, better vocabulary and memory, increased focus and concentration, even better writing skills. And reading to your kids, including older kids, is a great relationship builder. Did you know that 83% of kids ages 6–17 say being read to is something they either loved or liked a lot. (Scholastic’s “Kids & Family Reading ReportTM”). So consider a routine of reading to your kids and older kids too. Pick a book and plop down in their bed and start reading. We included an article on private schools; knowing that many of our readers have choices in educating their children and may be considering a new school, we are giving you a simple guide to help with the process of choosing a school. Starting this 2017th year, we, as a community of people, are brimming with new ideas, new inspirations, new commitments, and for many a renewed faith. It’s important to recognize that faith builds on the past but should never long to stay there. God doesn’t want you to hold onto the past, but rather, He wants you to move forward in your future. Even if your life at this point is a real mess, it doesn’t matter. What’s important is not so much how you started but rather how you finish the race. “…forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead” Phil 3:13 I pray you will have a wonderful new year and a wonderful life, all filled with faith and hope and charity. Keep your eyes on your dreams, however distant and far away. Resolve to live to see the miracles of repentance and forgiveness, of trust and divine love that will transform your life today, tomorrow, and forever. Now that would be a New Year’s resolution of worth!

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Sit down, slow down, enjoy your food and… lose weight? Yes. Studies show that people who eat quickly up until they feel full are three times more likely to be overweight. It can take your brain 20 minutes after your first bite to realize you’re full, so check the clock when you start eating and stretch those meals out. Go back for seconds only if you’re still (really) hungry after 20 minutes.

laughter...

There’s nothing better than a good laugh. Not only does it affect your mental state (mood), it also affects your physical health. How? It relaxes your whole body (for up to 45 minutes post laugh), boosts your immune system (by decreasing stress hormones), triggers the release of endorphins (those natural feelgood chemicals), and increases blood flow (which can protect you from cardiovascular problems). On top of that, shared laughter helps strengthen relationship bonds. So… know any good jokes?

If you’re like us, you do laundry a lot, daily even. Make sure you wash your hands after loading those dirty clothes (and undergarments) in the machine. Think about it. You’re washing them for a reason and you don’t want to get any of that “dirt” in your mouth (ew!) when you take your well-deserved post laundry coffee break.

SAVE BIG BUCKS Don’t let holiday bills get you down. Start saving now for next Christmas. If you put just $20 in an envelope each week, by the end of the year, you’ll have over a $1000. If cash in an envelope is too tempting to dig into, set up an automatic reoccurring transfer to your savings account.

The shelf life of beauty You want to put on a fresh face every morning so it’s important to know that even beauty products have a shelf life. Mascara should be replaced at least every three months. Foundation lasts between six months to a year while blush and face powder, lip sticks and pencil products can last up to two years. Of course, get rid of anything you don’t use anymore. And, don’t forget to clean your brushes and tools..

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q&a Bradley, dad of 2 boys Q. My child is overweight. Is this hereditary?

A. Good question! Research actually tells us that obesity is more linked to health habits, and less from heredity. What your child may “inherit” is food choices and volume. An overweight child usually becomes an overweight adult if action is not taken to change eating habits. For youngsters (7-12) the goal should be to slow/stop weight gain by monitoring and reducing portion sizes, allowing your child to grow into their ideal weight. We call this “grow without gaining”. Nicole Laird, MD | Pecan Tree Pediatrics

Jules, mom of 4 kids Q. I am struggling with breakfast for my family. Seems we all eat cereal at least 5 times a week. I’ve always heard that eggs were not so good to have. Please help!

A. Great news, eggs really are incredible! Yep! The 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans found that there is not a risk of too much cholesterol from eggs for healthy adults and kids. Although eggs are high in cholesterol, the effect on blood cholesterol is minimal when compared to the effect from trans fats and saturated fats. Have the eggs with side of avocado and nix the bacon, sausages and ham. If you are healthy, consume up to 300 mg of cholesterol a day; if you have diabetes, high cholesterol or heart disease, limit total daily cholesterol intake to 200 mg a day. Mary Ellen, RDN | Your Favorite Dietitian

Jake’s Mom Q. My child is starting pre-school soon. I’m not sure where he should be with language skills. He’s not very talkative. He does point a lot and raise his eyebrows.

A. Preschoolers (age 3-5) often have a lot to say. They love imaginative play and are usually understood by peers and adults. As a general rule, 3 yr old children should be understood about 75%-100% of the time by unfamiliar listeners (Bowen 1998). They should be able to follow simple instructions, answer and ask simple questions, understand and use descriptive language and have a large repertoire of nouns and verbs. If you are concerned about your child’s speech and language contact a Speech-Language Pathologist for an evaluation. Meredith Sorokwasz M.A., CCC-SLP | Let’s Talk Speech Owner / Speech-Language Pathologist

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How do we survive Flu season with grade school kids? A. Prevention is key! The flu shot is still the best protection against the flu, and the CDC recommends that all healthy children receive the vaccine. Make sure your kids know to wash their hands often and to cough into their elbow or cover their mouths when sneezing. If your children already have the flu, keep them hydrated, comfortable, and well-rested while you ride it out. Pick any clear fluid (water, juices, broth or electrolyte solutions like Pedialyte) and watch out for signs of dehydration such as dry mouth, cracked lips, cold or dry skin, and low energy. The body’s lowered immunity can also lead to secondary bacterial infections, so alert your pediatrician if your child develops difficulty breathing or any other unusual symptoms.

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1 Grow your own

How many times have you tried to grow an avocado tree plant using toothpicks and a cup? Well, this Avocado Tree Starter Kit may help you achieve success! - Grow your own avocado tree! We found it at: uncommongoods.com, Set of 3 / $20.00

what could be better than a warm breakfast waiting for you when you wake up? Cook steel-cut oats overnight in the slow cooker. Then all you have to do in the morning is serve it. Add fruit, a bit of yogurt, a smidgen of brown sugar, cinnamon or whatever you want to make it more yummy.

2 Monogram marshmallows We found this idea in Jodi Levine’s book, Candy Aisle Crafts. Simply press cookie cutters through flat marshmallows and gently push out the shape. Float in hot chocolate and enjoy. We didn’t think marshmallows could actually get any better! A great after-school snack. Go ahead… be “that mom.”

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3 Breakfast is ready

Cold mornings call for warm breakfasts. And

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The Clue Master is a fun logic game that develops the skill of deductive reasoning, a key ability in math, science, computer programming, and many other fields. In this game, you may deduce information based on what must be true even though you can’t see it directly. The more you play, the more deductive tricks and strategies you’ll learn as you reason logically from the clues you’re given! We found it at: thinkfun.com, $12.99

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- A DV E R TO R I A L -

Trinity University Faculty Rank Among the Best in the Nation Research, availability to students, and emphasis on collaborative learning lead to stellar ranking

nly some schools can achieve what others seek to accomplish. Trinity University is taking its commitment to teaching and scholarship to the next level. Consistently recognized as a top school for undergraduate teaching, Trinity University is now among the best in the nation in combining scholarly research with classroom instruction. In the inaugural Wall Street Journal/ Times Higher Education College Ranking, Trinity University was a standout. The University ranked No. 6 in the nation and No. 1 in Texas in the “Top Faculties” category. This category looked at faculty research productivity and student evaluations of faculty accessibility more specifically by assessing the number of research papers per faculty member and asking students to rate how accessible their professors were to them and to what

extent the school provided them with opportunities for collaborative learning. “Since I arrived at Trinity, I have been impressed by the faculty. Their commitment to our students drives their teaching. Their commitment to knowledge drives their research,” said Trinity President Danny Anderson. “Our faculty link teaching and research in deep, meaningful ways. As a result, Trinity students become active, original thinkers.” In addition to ranking in the “Top Faculties” category, Trinity ranked No. 72, out of more than 1,000 overall and No. 3 in Texas. This WSJ ranking considered student outcomes, resources, student engagement, and learning environment. As a reflection of its commitment to learning, Trinity University released its first-ever publication featuring the scholarly and creative works of faculty

and staff at Trinity. IMPACT magazine hit coffee tables and went online in October 2016. At Trinity University, we create connections—in research laboratories and fine arts studios, through student involvement and residential life, and through the strength of our Tiger network. Our Pathways curriculum blends the liberal arts and sciences with business and pre-professional programs, enriching our writing, speaking, and problem-solving skills. We answer questions and question answers. We push boundaries and have fun along the way. Located in San Antonio, Texas, we equip 2,400 students through experiential learning, undergraduate research, and international engagement, arming them to be global stewards for change. We are confident. We are curious. We are catalysts. And we are Tigers at heart.

Join an elite network. Become a Tiger. www.trinity.edu

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Reading, Writing and STEM School Choices Are you thinking about Private School for your child?

et’s begin with a look at your reasons for choosing a private school. You may choose a Private School based on their classroom management, or looking for better student discipline, better learning environment (smaller class sizes), improved student safety, or you may want a private school that would give your child individual attention. Maybe a faith based environment. No matter what the reasons are, the matter of choosing a private school is not so simple. This simple guide will hopefully give you greater insight as to what to expect. You can successfully work through selecting the best school for your child if you do your homework early. Prioritizing your needs and selecting a few schools that meet those needs; followed by learning as much as you can about these schools is a good place to start.

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Keep in mind that the most important thing that you can do is to be proactive, asking questions and visiting schools.

Important Things to Do

Make a list of your priorities regarding your child’s and your family’s needs, and have a list of possible schools that might be a good fit. Then take some time to evaluate each of these schools.

Do a Little Research

Almost every school has a website. Read how the school describes itself. Does it have a mission statement, does it have an educational philosophy, and are the test scores available? In addition to specific test data and demographics, they might also include comments from parents. After doing this research write down any questions you may have.

Visit the School

There is no substitute for personally visiting the school. Remember to call the school and schedule the visit in advance. Ask if a parent volunteer or the principal can give you a tour of the school. Ask questions! How long has the average teacher taught at this school? How long has the average teacher been teaching? Are parents involved in school activities and decision-making? If so, how? Is there a STEM program? Art program? Sports programs?

Extracurricular Requirements

These are what you will use to decide from two or more schools that meet the most or your family’s needs. • Consider music and art programs if this is important to you. • What types of sports programs are offered?

PRIVATE SCHOOLS STATISTICS REFLECT 82% OF PRIVATE SCHOOL INSTITUTIONS HAVE A RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION. WHILE THE BASIC SUBJECTS TAUGHT ARE LIKELY TO BE SIMILAR TO PUBLIC SCHOOLS, RELIGIOUS THEMES AND LESSONS MAY BE INTRODUCED AND ADDITIONAL MATERIAL REGARDING RELIGION CAN PLAY A LARGE PART OF THE CURRICULUM.

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EVERYTHING

Traditions

Keep in mind that traditions are important in most private schools, however implementing new teaching approaches is critical for the best possible education. In a strong educational environment, both are possible and usually highly desired.

Additional Questions if considering Public School

What “extras” (art, music, science, language, phys. ed.) are included in the curriculum and how many hours per week are they offered at each grade level? Does the school do additional fundraising through the PTA (Parent-Teacher Association)? If so, how much do they raise and where does the money go? How active is the PTA (the more active, the better.) Are there paraprofessionals (teaching assistants) in the classroom? Often you hear neighborhood gossip. It may be true, or have an element of truth. Visit the school, talk to the principal and the teachers. Also, talk to individual parents of children attending the school. Basing a decision solely on test scores may not be the best decision. In many cases, especially in public schools, a small percentage of students can dilute test scores for an entire school. Test scores can make the academic environment at the school appear to be average (or worse); when in fact it’s excellent.

Enrollment

After you have made your choice, you must find out the procedure to enroll. Check with the school to find out what paperwork is required and note the deadlines. Get this information as early as possible so you can be sure to secure a spot for your child.

LAKELAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY................................ 7, 25 972-219-3939 • lakelandchristianacademy.org OAK CREST PRIVATE SCHOOL................................................. 9 214-483-5400 • oakcrestschool.org PINNACLE PREP SCHOOL........................................................ 23 pinnacleprepschool.com

Magnet Schools These are free public

PRIMROSE SCHOOLS..................................................................... 2 Coppell 972-304-8888 Highland Village 972-317-9332 North Lewisville 972-434-4001 NE Flower Mound 972-691-3815 Old Orchard 972-315-9495 Wellington 972-691-9595 • primroseschools.com

schools with no boundary restrictions. They can be highly competitive and highly selective. Many Magnet schools specialize in a particular area, such as science or the arts. They’re renowned for their special programs and high academic standards.

technology, engineering, and mathematics. This type of education has an interdisciplinary approach to learning where academic concepts are coupled with real-world lessons. Students apply science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in contexts that make connections between school, community, work, and global enterprise. STEM is important because it pervades every part of our lives. Science is everywhere in the world around us and technology is continuously expanding into every aspect of our lives.

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STEM Programs STEM stands for science,

COPPELL MONTESSORI ACADEMY................................... 22 972-462-8311 • coppellmontessoriacademy.com

GRAPEVINE FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL........................27 817-442-1605 • grapevinefaith.com

RIVERSIDE BUTTERFLY SCHOOL........................................ 28 972-745-0372 TEMPLE CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER....................... 26 972-874-8700 • templechristian.com TRINITY UNIVERSITY............................................................. 12, 13 trinity.edu

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• What clubs would your child like to be involved in?

charter schools are an institutional hybrid. Like traditional public schools, charter schools are free. Parents must usually submit a separate application to enroll a child in a charter school. These schools offer specialized programs and smaller classes and are governed by a board of directors, usually consisting of parents and community

ANGEL CREEK PRESCHOOL.....................................................17 972-462-8779 • angelcreekpreschool.org

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Charter Schools Although a public school,

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FIELDHOUSE USA........................................................................... 25 fieldhouseusa.com GUARDIAN SWIM SCHOOL...................................................... 24 972-506-SWIM (7946) • guardianswimschool.com RBR MUZIK.......................................................................................... 23 214-446-5225 • rbrmuzik.com TEXAS PREMIER YOUTH SPORTS.........................................17 469-834-8450 • texaspremieryouthsports.com YMCA.........................................................................................................17 ymcadallas.org

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the marshmallow test and the benefits of learning to wait

ow many of you want your children to be healthy and successful in all they do? I see those hands. We all want good things for our children. Over forty years ago the now famous Stanford “marshmallow test” was given to young children aged four through six. In this study the children were placed in a room with an adult who told them they had a choice: They could have one marshmallow right away or they could choose to wait fifteen minutes and receive two. The adult then left the room and monitored the child’s behavior. The choice was a simple one. One treat now or two later. Some children just popped the first marshmallow in their mouth and were done. Others tried mightily to wait, but succumbed to temptation, and others were able to wait the full fifteen minutes and gain the double prize. The surprising results of this study came years later when follow up studies showed the children who had mustered the self-control to wait for the allotted time outperformed the other children in many areas. They had better grades in school and higher SAT scores. They were reported to be happier and had higher rates of freedom from substance abuse. They had better social skills and generally were more successful in life than the children who couldn’t wait. The overall conclusion is that children who learn to wait for gratification are learning an important life skill: self-control and ability to focus on a goal. These are

important keys to successful performance in both school and in future adult life. How can we encourage a young child to wait? Some of the clues came from the original Stanford study where the children who were successful in waiting used various strategies. Some of them chose to engage in another activity such as talking to themselves, singing or moving about the room. Some children moved the tempting marshmallow further away from them to minimize temptation. Some played with toys to pass the time. Very young children can practice waiting. Here are some tips to help you incorporate waiting skills in your everyday lives. • Use visuals to help children mark the passage of time. Use digital clocks, wall charts, calendars and the like. Allow children to mark off the days or make the tally mark. Marking the passage of time helps children get a clearer sense of the future and how long the increments of time will be. • Teach children to use language when they’re frustrated. Teach them it’s okay to verbalize anger, disappointment and other negative feelings in appropriate ways. When they don’t get the things they want right away, they can release emotional pressure in a healthy way. • Games that require impulse control such as red light, green light or Simon Says are great ways to learn listening skills plus the tricky fact that circumstances change. Children who learn to manage behavior when expectations are not met will benefit from such practice.

BY JAN PIERCE, M.ED.

• Engage your children in problem solving activities. Teach them there are many ways to solve a problem. Ask, “What else can we do? Or suggest “Let’s read this book while we wait for…” • Help your children make a plan and follow through to conclusion. It may be a complicated project built with Legos or a craft project of some kind. It may be a cleaning project such as a bedroom or garage. Help them make the plan and then tick off each item as it’s completed to experience the satisfaction of doing a job well. • Use allowances or pay mini-wages for tasks and then help your children to manage their money. Teach saving, giving and generosity. Show the benefit of setting a goal and working steadily toward it. Saving for a nicer toy rather than buying a cheap one is a tangible way to teach patience. One of the benefits of requiring a bit of waiting when your children want something happens inside them. They’ll learn they have the power to wait. They can do it. They can learn to wait when you’re talking to another adult. They can wait for their food in a restaurant. They can be in charge of their impulses and not satisfy them immediately every time. Such knowledge builds character and confidence. You can help your children learn self-control and patience. With your help they can learn to set long-term goals and work toward them. They can gain the willpower to ignore impulses that scream “I need it now” and learn to wait. SP

Jan Pierce, M.Ed. is a freelance writer and author of Homegrown Readers: Simple Ways to Help Your Child Learn to Read. Find her at www.janpierce.net.

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The Power of many! Fifty-three U Chic contributors have created a guidebook every college bound woman will want to have. An incredible resource that is informative and inspirational. Learn what to expect when preparing for college, and how to get the most out of freshman orientation, and much, much more!

Growing up is tough enough, but to learn that you’re going to have to leave the life you love and all of your friends for something completely opposite of what you know is, well, you’ll find out! This is a middle-grade fiction novel from a teenage author who knows these experiences first hand. A fictionalized true story of teen author.

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timeout community calendar | january 2017

1 | SUNDAY

First Day Hikes

10am-12pm. All ages. Start your New Year off on the right foot by bundling up and joining a free guided hike in one of two Lewisville locations–or both. No registration required. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, 201 E. Jones St., Lewisville 972-219-3550 www.llela.org

Fort Worth Cattle Drive

11:30am & 4pm. All ages. (subject to weather and the longhorns’ dispositions) The world’s only daily cattle drive! The trail boss and his cowhands on horseback lead Texas longhorns single file down Exchange Avenue and back to their holding pens behind the Exchange Building. Fort Worth Stockyards, 121 E Exchange Ave, Fort Worth

Pawnee Bill’s Wild West Show!!

2:30pm & 4:30pm. $15 Adults, $11 Seniors, $8 Children. Fort Worth Stockyards, Cowtown Coliseum, 121. E. Exchange Ave, Fort Worth 817-625-1025 www. stockyardsrodeo.com/pawneebills-wild-west-show

Fireworks, Food & Fun

5pm-7pm. Day 1 Dallas. All ages. Live music, great food & drinks and the best fireworks

show in town. Fair Park, 1121 1st Avenue, Dallas. Your donation to benefit the homeless children and families grants entry. www. day1dallas.com

2 | MONDAY Toddler Time - Hebron & Josey

10:15am-10:45am. Ages 1-3. Children and an adult participate and enjoy stories, songs, and more. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

and puppetry. Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

12 Days: Winter Wars!

2pm-3pm. Join us to have one last celebration before Winter break is over. Test your artistic skills during Cupcake Wars and compete in STEM challenges. Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

3 | TUESDAY

Toddler Time - Josey Ranch Lake

First Tuesday at the DMA

Storytime - Hebron & Josey

Discovery Wall Experience: Penguins

10:15am-10:45am. Ages 1-3. Stories and activities. Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com 11am-11:30am. Ages 3-6. Children participate in stories, songs, finger plays, action rhymes and puppetry. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Storytime - Josey Ranch Lake 11am-11:30am. Ages 3-6. Children participate in stories, songs, finger plays, action rhymes

11am-2pm. Ages 5 & Under. Enjoy themed art-making activities and more. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood St, Dallas 214-922-1200 www. dma.org

11am-12pm. Visit the Children’s Center during Winter Break for fun and educational activities! Dallas Central Library, 1515 Young St, Dallas 214-670-1400 www.dallaslibrary2.org

Family Storytime

7pm-8pm. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

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4 | WEDNESDAY Toddler Time

10:30am-11am. Ages 2-3. Stories for children (with a favorite adult). Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

Storytime All By Myself

10:30am-11:30am. This storytime is the only storytime that children attend without their adult caregiver. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

Homeschool Book Club

Stockyards Championship Rodeo

8pm-10pm. The world’s only year round rodeo every Friday and Saturday night.. The show features bull riding, tie down roping, team roping, barrel racing, bronco riding and break away roping. Plus calf and mutton scrambles with prizes for the kids! Fort Worth Stockyards Rodeo, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth 817-625-1025 www. stockyardsrodeo.com

7 | SATURDAY

1:30pm-2:30pm. Ages 7-10. All are welcome to this growing book club. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

10am-2pm. 8725 North Tarrant Pkwy, North Richland Hills 817281-9992 www.nrhmontessori. com. See ad in this issue.

Teen Board Game Night

Target First Saturdays

6:30pm-8:30pm. Ages 13-18. Bring your friends. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Lewisville Chess Club

7pm-8pm. Join us every Thursday night. Barnes and Noble Lewisville, 2325 S. Stemmons Freeway #401, Lewisville www. barnesandnoble.com

Evening Story Time

7pm-7:30pm. Ages 3-6. Children participate in stories, songs, finger-plays, and more. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

5 | THURSDAY JumpstART Stories & Art – Winnie the Pooh Day

10am-10:30am. Ages 2 & Up. Explore new stories and fun art projects. Read stories about the beloved bear from the Hundred Acre Wood and celebrate the birthday of author A.A. Milne. Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. Mac Arthur Blvd., Irving 972-252-2787 www.irvingartscenter.com

6 | FRIDAY Lego Castle Builder Exhibit

12pm-6pm. Daily through 1/22/17. $8 per person; $6.50 seniors; Free under 2. Sci-Tech Discovery Center, 8000 N. Dallas Parkway, Frisco 972-546-3040 www.mindstretchingfun.org

Open House at North Richland Hills Montessori

10am-5pm. Ages 3-12. Bring out your children’s artistic talents. Enjoy free admission and fun family programming. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St, Dallas 214-242-5100 www. nashersculpturecenter.org

High School Anime

1pm-2pm. Grades 9-12 and recent graduates. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Free Math Tutoring

2pm-4pm. Grades 1-12. Free Math Tutoring. Lewisville Library 1197 W Main St. Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

Viridian Winter Chill

2pm-5pm. Free and open to the public, activities include sledding down a mountain of snow, train rides, and photos with a longhorn “rein-steer.” Viridian Lake Club, 1200 Viridin Park Lane, Arlington, Texas, www. viridiandfw.com

8 | SUNDAY Bureau of Engraving & Printing – Tours

8:30am-5:30pm. Free. Visitors can see where billions of dollars are printed from an enclosed walkway, which is suspended above the production floor! Bureau of Engraving and Printing Western Currency Facility Tour and Visitor Center, 9000 Blue Mound Road, Fort Worth 817231-4000 www.moneyfactory.gov Let our advertisers know you found them in Suburban Parent

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10 | TUESDAY

Buzzing Bumblebees: prewalkers

Open House at Crown of Life Lutheran School

9:30am-10:30am. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Toddler Time - Hebron & Josey

10:15am-10:45am. Ages 1-3. Children and a parent or caregiver participate and enjoy stories, songs, and finger plays. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Toddler Time - Josey Ranch Lake

10:15am-10:45am. Ages 1-3. Stories and activities. Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Ones Upon A Time

10:30am-11:30am. Ages 12-24 months. A one-derful storytime for children and their adult caregiver. Short stories, music, rhymes, and more. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

Leaping Learners

11am-12pm. Ages 3-5. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Storytime - Hebron & Josey 11am-11:30am. Ages 3-6. Children participate in stories, songs, finger plays and more. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Storytime - Josey Ranch Lake

11am-11:30am. Ages 3-6. Children participate in stories, songs, and more. Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Baby & Me

11am-11:30am. Birth to 12 months and their favorite adult. Come prepared to have fun with baby. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog-coppelltx.gov

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8:30am. We serve grades PK2 – 8 and offer innovation in academic, spiritual and emotional growth. 6605 Pleasant Run Rd, Colleyville 817-251-1881 www.colschool.org. See ad in this issue.

Buzzing Bumblebees: prewalkers

9:30am-10:30am. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Leaping Learners

2 pm. Ages 3-5. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Firecracker Book Club

4pm-6pm. Grades 3-5. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Family Storytime

7pm-8pm. Storytime for the whole family. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

11 | WEDNESDAY Wiggly Walkers

9:30am-10:30am. New walkersage 2. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Toddler Time - 2 & 3 yr olds

10:30am-11am. Ages 2-3 yrs. For children (with a favorite adult). Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog.coppelltx.gov

Romping Rhymers

11am-12pm. Ages 2-3. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Teen Writing Group

4:30pm-6:30pm. Grades 6-12. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

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9:30am-10:30am. New walkersage 2. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Storytime All By Myself

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10:30am-11:30am. This storytime is the only storytime that children attend without their adult caregiver. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

Romping Rhymers

11am-12pm. Ages 2-3. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Crafternoon

4pm-6pm. Ages 5-12. Do you need a new after school activity? Join us the second Thursday of every month for after school fun and create something amazingly awesome! Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

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Random Fandom

4pm-5:30pm. The Teen Advisory Group will randomly select one fandom to feature each month with crafts, games and trivia. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Ln, Flower Mound 972-874-6165 www. fmlibrary.net

Random Fandom

6:30pm-8pm. Grades 6-12. Join us the third Thursday of each month! Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

Lewisville Chess Club

7pm-8pm. Join us every Thursday night. Barnes and Noble Lewisville, 2325 S. Stemmons Freeway #401 www. barnesandnoble.com

13 | FRIDAY 25th Annual Gardere MLK Jr. Oratory Competition

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11am-12:30pm. Fourth-and fifth-grade students in Dallas will deliver original speeches between three to five minutes

answering the question: “If Dr. King were alive today…” The Majestic Theatre, Downtown 1925 Elm St., Dallas 214-9994178 www.gardere.com/about/ community/mlk-oratorycompetition

Babypalooza

11:15am-12:15pm. Ages 6-18 months. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

14 | SATURDAY Open Auditions with North Central Ballet

Ages 5 & up can audition for upcoming shows Gaite Parisenne and The Firebird. Performance dates March 25 and 26, 2017. $10 audition fee. www. northcentralballet.com. See ad in this issue.

2nd Saturday Storytime

11am- 12:00 pm Storytime for the whole family. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

Free Math Tutoring

2pm-4pm. Grades 1-12. Free math tutoring every Saturday. Lewisville Library 1197 W Main St. Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

15 | SUNDAY Lego Castle Builder Exhibit

12pm- 6pm. Daily through 1/22/17 $8 per person; $6.50 seniors; Free under 2. Builders of all ages are invited to explore, build and play. Sci-Tech Discovery Center, 8000 N. Dallas Parkway, Frisco 972-546-3040 www.mindstretchingfun.org

16 | MONDAY Buzzing Bumblebees: prewalkers

9:30am-10:30am. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Toddler Time - Hebron & Josey 10:15am-10:45am. Ages 1-3. Children and a parent or

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timeout caregiver participate and enjoy stories and more. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Toddler Time - Josey Ranch Lake

10:15am-10:45am. Ages 1-3. Stories and activities for children. Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Ones Upon A Time

Leaping Learners

11am-12am. Ages 3-5. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Storytime - Hebron & Josey

11am-11:30am. Ages 3-6. Children participate in stories, songs and more. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Storytime - Josey Ranch Lake

11am-11:30am. Ages 3-6. Children participate in stories, songs, finger plays, action rhymes and puppetry. Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Baby & Me

11am-11:30am. Birth to 12 months and their favorite adult. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog-coppelltx.gov

Middle School Book Club

4:30pm-5:30pm. Grades 6-8. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

17 | TUESDAY Buzzing Bumblebees: prewalkersÂ

9:30am-10:30am. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor

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Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Leaping Learners

11am-12pm. Ages 3-5. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Family Storytime

7pm-8pm. Storytime for the whole family. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog. coppelltx.gov

18 | WEDNESDAY Wiggly Walkers

9:30am-10:30am. New walkersage 2. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Toddler Time

10:30am-11am. Ages 2-3. Stories for children (with a favorite adult). Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

Romping Rhymers

11am-12pm. Ages 2-3. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Bibliomaniacs

4:30pm-5:30pm. Grades 9-12. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Family Story Time

7pm. All ages. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

19 | THURSDAY Wiggly Walkers

9:30am-10:30am. New walkersage 2. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Storytime All By Myself

10:30am-11:30am. This storytime is the only storytime that children attend without their adult caregiver. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

Romping Rhymers

11am-12pm. Ages 2-3. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Random Fandom

6:30pm-8pm. Grades 6-12. Join us the third Thursday of each month to support your favorite fandoms! Each month is something different. Some shows/movies rated PG-13 or TV14. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog.coppelltx.gov

T-Shirt Fashionistas

6:30pm-8:30pm. Ages 13-18. Bring out your inner fashion designer and adorn T-shirts with glitz, glam and famous quotes! To guarantee your T-shirt size, please register by January 13th. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Lewisville Chess Club

7pm-8pm. Join us every Thursday night. Barnes and Noble Lewisville, 2325 S. Stemmons Freeway #401, Lewisville www. barnesandnoble.com

20 | FRIDAY SPARK Dallas Public Hours

10am-4pm. $8 in advance, $10 at the door. Explore our 6,000-ft. Climb, Crawl, Slide Sculpture. SPARK! 1409 S. Lamar Street Suite 004, Dallas 214-421-7727 www. sparkdallas.org

21 | SATURDAY Trinity in Focus

8:30am-2pm. You are invited to attend our open house program welcoming all prospective students and family members. Trinity University, One Trinity Place, San Antonio, visit.trinity. edu. See ad in this issue.

Open House at Covenant Christian Academy

10am. Come find out about our premier academics, exemplary fine arts, and championship athletics in our distinctly Christian school for

students in grades PK3 –12. 901 Cheek Sparger Rd, Colleyville 817-281-4333 x 1, www. covenantchristian.net. See ad in this issue.

Free Math Tutoring – Lewisville

2pm-4pm. Grades 1-12. Free Math Tutoring. Lewisville Library 1197 W Main St. Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

22 | SUNDAY Dinosaurs Live! Life-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs

9am-5pm. Daily through Feb 19. Encounter a 46-foot T-Rex and nine new life-size animatronic dinosaurs. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, McKinney 972-5625566 www.heardmuseum.org

23 | MONDAY Buzzing Bumblebees: prewalkers

9:30am-10:30am. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Baby & Me

11am-11:30am. Birth to 12 months and their favorite adult. Come prepared to have fun with baby. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog-coppelltx.gov

Leaping Learners

2 pm. Ages 3-5. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Batteries Not Included

3:30pm-4:30pm. Grades K-2. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

24 | TUESDAY Buzzing Bumblebees: prewalkers

9:30am-10:30am. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-8746200 www.fmlibrary.net

Wiggly Walkers

9:30am-10:30am. New walkersage 2. Flower Mound Public

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Toddler Time - Hebron & Josey

10:15am-10:45am. Ages 1-3. Children and a parent or caregiver participate in stories, songs, and finger plays. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Toddler Time - Josey Ranch Lake 10:15am-10:45am. Ages 1- 3 yr olds. Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Toddler Time - 2 & 3 yr olds

10:30am-11am. Stories for children who are ready to sit and enjoy interactive stories, songs and game.Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

Ones Upon A Time

10:30am-11:30am. Ages 12-24 months. A one-derful storytime for children and adult caregiver. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-3043655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

Storytime - Hebron & Josey

11am-11:30am. Ages 3-6. Children participate in stories, songs, and more. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Romping Rhymers

11am-12pm. Ages 2-3. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Leaping Learners

2 pm. Ages 3-5. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Teen League

6:30pm-8pm. Ages 13-18. Join us once a month for our rebooted Teen League! Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Family Storytime

7pm-8pm. Storytime for the whole family. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www. catalog.coppelltx.gov

Open House at Grapevine Faith Christian School

7pm. Join us to learn more about our school for Pre-K – 12th Grade. Other Open House dates: Feb 21, Mar 28 and Apr 25. High School Campus, 729 E Dallas Rd, 817-442-1605 GrapevineFaith. com. See ad in this issue

25 | WEDNESDAY Wiggly Walkers

9:30am-10:30am. New walkers-age 2. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Toddler Time

10:30am-11am. Ages 2-3. Stories for children (with an adult). Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

26 | THURSDAY Wiggly Walkers

Fun at Ft. Worth Stockyards Livestock Exchange Building, 131 E. Exchange Avenue, Ft Worth cowtownopry.org

30 | MONDAY Buzzing Bumblebees: pre-walkers 9:30am-10:30am. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Toddler Time - Hebron & Josey

10:15am-10:45am. Ages 1-3. Children and an adult participate and enjoy stories, songs, and more. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www. cityofcarrollton.com

Toddler Time - Josey Ranch Lake 10:15am-10:45am. Ages 1-3. Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake, 1700 Keller Springs Rd, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Ones Upon A Time

9:30am-10:30am. New walkers-age 2. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

10:30am-11:30am. Ages 12-24 months. A one-derful storytime for children and an adult caregiver. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-3043655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

Romping Rhymers

Storytime - Hebron & Josey

11am-12pm. Ages 2-3. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

Lewisville Chess Club

7pm-8pm. Join us every Thursday night! Barnes and Noble Lewisville, 2325 S. Stemmons Freeway #401, Lewisville www.barnesandnoble.com

27 | FRIDAY Story Time at the Interurban Railway Museum in Plano

10:30am-11am. Take a magical train ride through the tales of storyteller Genie Hammel. Interurban Railway Museum, 901 E. 15th Street, Plano 972-241-2117 www.planoconservancy.org

28 | SATURDAY Free Math Tutoring Lewisville 2pm-4pm. Grades 1-12. Free Math Tutoring. Lewisville Library 1197 W Main St. Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

29 | SUNDAY Free Music Shows

2pm-3pm. Cowtown Opry presents Texas-western music shows. Family

11am-11:30am. Ages 3-6. Children participate in stories, songs, finger plays, action rhymes and puppetry. Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Lane, Carrollton www.cityofcarrollton.com

Baby & Me

11am-11:30am. Birth to 12 months and their favorite adult. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-3043655 www.catalog-coppelltx.gov

Leaping Learners

2pm. Ages 3-5. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

31 | TUESDAY Buzzing Bumblebees: pre-walkers 9:30am-10:30am. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Leaping Learners

2pm. Ages 3-5. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound 972-874-6200 www.fmlibrary.net

Family Storytime

7pm-8pm. Coppell Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell 972-304-3655 www.catalog.coppelltx.gov

Please note: Although we strive to bring you the most current information available regarding event dates & times, confirming with the event venue before going is always a good idea.

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It’s not too late to make a list and check it twice!

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LOVE ‘EM We were riding horses in the country when my husband mentioned we should be careful to check for ticks before we got in the car. A little freaked out at the thought of my kids having ticks on them, I started worrying aloud that I wasn’t quite sure what to do if we found one; when my 6 year old daughter - a fan of Animal Planet - interrupted me. Rolling her eyes at my ignorance, she said, “I know exactly what to do. First you gotta find yourself a monkey! — Mom to Courtney and Branson

What happened to the plant in math class? It grew square roots

Forego New Year’s resolutions this year and go with a list instead. A list is more measurable and it’s fun to cross things off when you finish them. Here are some ideas for your list... 3 Backup your computer - Clean out your closet - Call an old friend 3 Run a 5K - Visit a museum 3 Read a book - Learn to dance - Pay off a credit card

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thomas edison If parents pass enthusiasm along to their children, they will leave them an estate of incalculable value.

Why did the sun not go to college? Because it already had a million degrees!

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eat veggies There are some foods that just need to be eaten, and broccoli is one of them. Fight Cancer with Food!

Seriously, this cruciferous vegetable, which also includes, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, cabbage, collard greens, rutabaga and turnips, are considered nutrition powerhouses and they supply loads of nutrients for little calories.

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reconsider. Did you know that broccoli can destroy cancer cells? Well, we have sulforaphane to thank for that. Researchers found that this compound can inhibit the enzyme histone deacetylase (HDAC), which spurs the progression of cancer cells. Broccoli also contains folate which has been shown to decrease the risk of breast cancer. Bye-Bye cancer cells.

Men’s Health Hey Men! The primary concern for you is maintaining lean body tissue and muscle tone. This requires a workout routine of both strength training and cardiovascular exercise. Research shows that eating protein and carbs are beneficial for muscle recovery when consumed after intense exercise. Hello PB&J!

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Pears... To be enjoyed raw, stewed, baked, roasted sautéed, poached and even grilled! Often compared nutritionally to apples, pears hold their own, At just 100 calories, a medium pair has 5.5 grams of fiber, 10% of the Daily Value of vitamin C and 5% of the Daily Value of potassium. The potassium helps keep blood pressure in check and pears’ high fiber content may promote healthy blood cholesterol levels; and note that Quercetin, a flavonol present in the skin, may help prevent certain cancers and lower the risk of heart disease. Pears can be ripened at room temperature and then stored in cool fridge to maintain freshness. (tip: store away from onions)

tip Bananas are a great weight-loss food. Peel from the bottom, not the stem. It’s best.