When I was growing up, there was nothing better than bringing home a report card that had good grades on it. Oh, I wasnt a straight A student, but I got my share of As and Bs. I also got my share of Cs and Ds. I guess I was what you call an average student. My parents always checked my report card and questioned any low grades and encouraged me to do better when they felt that I wasnt working up to my abilities. Today good grades are still the benchmark we use to determ…
An Apple A Day Can Help Kids Make The Grade
Getting a child to eat healthy food can be a monumental challenge for any parent. However, studies show that all of the haggling, arguing, and hassle is actually worth the effort as a healthy diet leads to enhanced academic performance in school. In fact, malnourished children often struggle in school because they are more likely to miss school, score lower on standardized tests, and repeat grades. Worse, bad eating habits can lead to serious health problems, such as diabetes…