Children spend a considerable amount of time with media. One study found that time spent watching TV, videos, DVDs, and movies averaged slightly over 3 hours per day among children aged 8–18 years. Several studies have found a positive association between the time spent viewing television and increased prevalence of overweight in children.

WHY: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, obesity among U.S. children ages 6 to 11 more than doubled between 1980 and 2006. Academically, American kids are lagging internationally in mathematics skills. And in Washington state, legislators had to grant a reprieve on requiring high school graduates to pass the math section of [...]

Walking and safety is a concern for all, especially those who walk in busy high-traffic areas.  There are many things to be aware of for instance, what about crossing the street? In some areas there are signs, signals and roadway markings to help you cross safely.  Do you know what these signs and signals look [...]