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2022 Family Edition

Get kids on a healthy track . . . . . . . . . . page 8

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EDITORIAL Publisher

Children may need a little extra help getting fit.

Teaching healthy habits now can help kids enjoy healthy futures.

Reece Terry

How crafting can benefit youth . . . . . . Page 21

Editor Mark Boehler Contributors Mark Boehler

Crafting is a fun activity for kids and it’s also one that benefits their development in some surprising ways.

Carol Humphreys

Brandy Steen Zack Steen A male lion lies in the sun at the Memphis Zoo.

ADVERTISING Derinda Nunley Casseroles serve up more than a great meal in a dish – they also stir up great memories.

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How to help students improve their focus on their activities . . . . . . page 53

Susan Good Families can look to various hobbies they can engage in together to make the year ahead both happy and healthy.

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How to teach kids about emergency preparedness . . . . . . . . . Page 54 Childproofing checklist can help keep kids safe . . . . page 56

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Children may need a little extra help getting fit, especially if they gained weight during the pandemic. Teaching healthy habits now can help kids enjoy healthy futures.

Get kids on a healthy track Physical activities, sports participation, exercise used as a reward, offering variety of food, limit screen time are all great options Childhood obesity is a serious medical issue affecting children around the world, but notably in North America.

While the issue has been around for decades, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says American children and teenagers have witnessed a significant increase in weight gain since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Younger school-aged children have been among the hardest hit during the pandemic. A study published in September 2021 found the percentage of obese children and teens increased to 22 percent compared with 19 percent before the pandemic.

The CDC looked at the BMI of study subjects between March 1, 2020 and November 30, 2020.

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Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, described the results as “substantial and alarming.”

Being less physically active, overweight and eating the wrong foods can start children on a path toward problems that once were only considered conditions of adulthood, namely hypertension, diabetes and high cholesterol, offers the Mayo Clinic.

To reverse course, parents, guardians and educators can focus on helping children become more physically fit. The following are a few ways to do so.

• Encourage participation in sports or other physical activities.

Sports practices, games, competitions, and other activities may keep children moving for an hour or more several days per week. However, the American Academy of Pediatrics states

that only 25 percent of children get the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity per day.

Emphasize a fun activity with a focus on movement that produces shortness of breath, body warmth and sweat. These are indicators that the heart rate is really pumping.

• Use exercise as a reward and not a punishment.

Make exercise something kids can look forward to. Reward a job well done on a test with extra time biking with friends or a hiking trip to a scenic national park,. Kids will be begin to associate exercise with fun.

• Offer a variety of foods.

Kids who eat a variety of foods are more likely to get the nutrients the body needs, according to Kids Health by Nemours.

These healthy foods should include at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day, with

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an emphasis on vegetables.

• Limit screen time.

Children may be inclined to entertain themselves by heading for the television, mobile phone or tablet first, especially after a year-plus of being stuck indoors.

But parents can make a concerted effort to limit kids’ screen time in favor of more physically challenging pursuits.

• Teach healthy eating habits.

A Harris Poll survey conducted on behalf of the American Psychological Association found that 61 percent of respondents age 18 and older reported a median weight gain of 15 pounds during the pandemic.

Teach children that weight loss is accomplished when more calories are burned than consumed. Pay attention to portion sizes and explain how beverages like fruit juices can be sneaky sources of extra calories.

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Travel

The Memphis Zoo features some 3,500 animals and 500 different species.

Lions, tigers and bears – but oh my – so much more the zoo’ they are talking about the Memphis Zoo,” said Matt For Crossroads Magazine Thompson, zoo deputy director.

“From Corinth to all over north There’s more to the Memphis Mississippi and west Tennessee, Zoo than lions, tigers and bears. we know we have a very strong Oh my ... with over 3,500 aniregional draw and we are thankmals and more than 500 different ful for that.” species, the zoo is considered Rewriting history a crown jewel attraction of the Mid-South. It’s the attraction Founded in 1906, the zoo many in the region simply call started with a lone black bear in “the zoo.” a small Overton Park building.

“It is humbling to think that Today the zoo offers visitors when people say ‘let’s go to an immersive experience with Story By ZACK STEEN Photos By BRANDY STEEN

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an up-close look at animals and opportunities to travel the world through newly redesigned exhibits.

“Over the last 30 years we have gone through a rebound,” said Thompson.

They have worked to update the zoo, replacing tired structures with modern enclosures.

The zoo’s entrance is a nod to the city’s namesake, Memphis, Egypt and includes its version of the Nile River. It leads to a completely revamped Cat Country

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home to African lions, leopards, cheetah, cougars, tigers, capybara and meerkat.

Front and center is the Cat Cafe, a repurposed building that was the zoo’s original cat exhibit.

Now a restaurant, Thompson said the transformation of that building is a “tribute to our past and an idea of how far we have come.”

“Now we have a naturalist exhibit where our lions can walk in the grass and play in the waterfalls. They have the choice to do

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whatever they want,” he said.

Thompson said Cat Country was the zoo’s first openair exhibit.

“Since then we have taken it one step further with every exhibit we have opened,” he added.

it is unmistakenly Chinese.”

Courtney Janney knows what it takes to care for the 20-year-old pandas. As director of animal programs, she’s worked with Ya Ya and Le Le since moving to Memphis from Washington, D.C. where she worked at the Building Smithsonian’s National Zoo. immersive exhibits “I love these two,” she said.

Another immersive area of “They are funny, lovable and the zoo is China. smart.”

Sitting on three acres of Part of the agreement land, China is home to the with China put in place is a zoo’s beloved Giant pandas conservation and research Ya Ya and Le Le. On loan arm in Memphis. The team from the Aisan country, the studies the panda’s nutrition. two pandas live inside an “Their diet is about 99 area of the zoo that offers vis- percent bamboo,” said itors a remarkable sampling Janney. “We actually have of culture, animals, architec- over 10 acres set aside at the ture and horticulture.

Agricenter at Shelby Farms “Memphis is one of only just to grow bamboo for the three zoos in the country to pandas.”

Memphis Zoo Deputy Director Matt Thompson house Giant pandas,” said Thompson said it was the China exhibit that started remains proud that “the zoo” has continued to be Thompson. “They are our pride and joy. And the exhib- the Memphis Zoo’s evolution a crown jewel attraction in the Mid-South. www.mycrossroadsmagazine.com

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toward more immersive exhibits throughout the park.

“From there we created Northwest Passage home to polar bears, sea lions, black bears and bald eagles and Teton Trek where our grizzly bears, timber wolves, elk and trumpeter swans call home,” he said. “We want visitors to feel like they are in that region of the world when they walk into the exhibit and those exhibits do that very well.”

The Zambezi River Hippo Camp is the newest redesigned area and the final part of the zoo’s 20-year master plan.

“Zambezi is great because it embodies the many different elements of Afria,” said Curator Dan Dembiec. “Hippos, flamingos and Nile alligators are just a few of the many species that can be found in the exhibit.”

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A Memphis Zoo tiger yawns for the crowd.

Future plans

The gorilla exhibit always entertains the zoo crowd.

Thompson said the zoo is already working on the next 20-year master plan that he said will complete the transformation of the entire property.

Exhibit and experience changes will come to the African Veldt where the popular elephants, giraffes and rhinos call home.

Also due for a remodel are the Animals of the Night area, the aquarium, the Dragon’s Lair, the herpetarium, Once Upon a Farm where domesticated animals live, Primate Canyon and the Tropical Bird House.

“With over 300 employees, we are always trying to do small things to improve a visitor’s experience,” added Thompson.

“Well-groomed grounds and amazing habits are the results of many great zookeepers and other staff members making here that make it happen every day.”

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Viewing tip:

The best times to view the animals are always in the mornings and in the evenings.

“I tell people to head to an exhibit around mealtime,” said Janney. “The animals will almost always be active at that time and put on a good show for the people they love.”

Also while most of the zoo can be viewed on a one-day trip, it is recommended that at least two days are spent at the zoo in order to take in as many shows and events while also spending more time with the animals.

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How much: Zoo adult tickets start at $21, children ages 2-11 start at $16 and seniors ages 60 plus start at $20.

Parking is $10 per vehicle.

According to Thompson, a zoo membership is the best way to go.

Memberships start at $70 for individuals and $100 for couples.

Benefits include one year of free general admission for those listed on the membership, free parking, 15 percent discount on all zoo food, beverages and gift shop purchases, members-only new exhibits previews, members-only events and discount on special event tickets.

Since the pandemic zoo memberships have grown to over 30,000 households.

“That number is amazing, and is exactly why we have been able to continue operating even when we were forced to close our gates due to restrictions at the beginning of the pandemic,” said Thompson.

How to get there:

Located at 2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis, Tenn.

38112, the Memphis Zoo is 93 miles or a one-hour and 33-minute drive from Corinth.

Where to eat:

Cat House Cafe – Near the zoo entrance and across from Cat Country, this cafe inside the oldest building in Overton Park offers a variety of food options. A favorite is their barbeque nachos. And don’t forget to grab the zoo’s souvenir cup with discounted refills on future visits.

There are seven other restaurants and snack bars located across the property. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.

Showtime tip:

Be sure to check the schedule of events on the

A male lion lies in the sun at the Memphis Zoo.

day of the visit to the zoo.

Unique shows, feedings and chats happen inside different exhibits from 10:30 a.m. until 3:15 p.m. each day. These events give visitors a chance to learn more about the animals from the zoo’s trained zookeepers, as well as see the animals closer than ever.

More information:

Have a question? Contact zooinfo@memphiszoo. org or 901-333-6810. To purchase tickets, members or to learn more, visit memphiszoo.org. The zoo can also be found on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

Corinth resident Zack Steen is a freelance writer and contributor to the Daily Corinthian and Crossroads Magazine.

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Crafting is a fun activity for kids and it’s also one that benefits their development in some surprising ways.

How crafting can benefit youth Various activities can harness boundless energy which kids have Kids have boundless energy.

Parents of young children can look to various activities to harness that energy, and crafting is one endeavor that makes use of kids’ enthusiasm and creativity.

Craft projects are more than just a means to getting energetic youngsters to sit down and focus their attention. Crafting pays various dividends for youngsters, some of which may surprise parents.

Crafting and hand-eye coordination

Crafting helps children develop hand-eye coordination. The Illinois-based North Shore Pediatric Therapy notes that crafts that involve drawing shapes, cutting patterns and writing require

youngsters to use their fine motor coordination.

Coloring, drawing and cutting also require children to use their hands together, helping to develop and strengthen their hand-eye coordination.

That development can help kids perform a host of additional tasks, including tying shoes, buttoning coats and eating independently.

complicated undertakings in which kids follow directions, or they can simply allow kids to create something from their own imaginations. Each type of project involves creating something new and encourages kids to develop their creative skills.

self-control and patience until the project can be considered finished.

Crafting and the classroom

A 2018 report from the AAP noted that children who use their hands are strengthening areas in Crafting and patience the brain that are associated with Parents know that patience is spatial and mathematical learnnot necessarily a virtue of young ing. This is an important benefit Crafting and creativity children. Craft projects, particof crafting and one that the AAP Crafting presents a great oppor- ularly those that require cutting report notes is not gained by kids tunity for kids to explore their and gluing, do not provide instant who forgo physical activities like creativity. The American Acadgratification because they require crafting for play that relies on emy of Pediatrics urges parents multiple steps and time to dry interactive media. to prioritize creative, unplugged before they’re completed.

The benefits of crafting associplaytime for infants and toddlers, North Shore Pediatric Therapy ated with spatial and mathematand that can include time devoted notes that such projects teach ical learning could help younger to craft projects. kids self-regulation because they children once they begin their Craft projects can include more require youngsters to exhibit academic careers.

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Spending time with their families benefits children in myriad ways.

Such quality time can strengthen bonds between parents and children, and one study from the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse found that frequent family dinners make children less likely to use tobacco, consume alcohol and use marijuana.

Volunteering is a great way for families to spend time together.

Children of various ages can reap the rewards of volunteering, and those rewards may be even more significant when kids give back alongside their parents.

Children’s ages and maturity levels should always be considered when looking for a volunteering opportunity.

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drive is a great way for families to give back together.

Kids of all ages can pitch in on a food drive. Parents can take children to the grocery store and let them pick items to donate.

Kids also can accompany their parents to pick up donated items and drop them off at the local A.M.E.N. Food Pantry

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Toy drives are popular come the holiday season, and children of all ages may enjoy picking items that they know will help to make the holiday season special for other youngsters.

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Human beings are stewards of the environment, so what better way to instill that lesson in children than to volunteer to clean up local parks and beaches?

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Food

Casseroles serve up more than a great meal in a dish – they also stir up great memories.

Casserole Comfort Dishes provide warm, happy family memories, remain definition of comfort food stovetop.

I am older now and have eaten everything from Spam to Simple utterance of the word gourmet cuisine, but I think the “casserole” can make my mouth story of my life can be marked at water like one of Pavlov’s dogs. regular intervals with the humble The succulent concoctions also meal of a casserole. recall happy memories of church Some of my earliest memories potlucks, work luncheons and are of my mother in the kitchen family dinners – both of my own preparing a casserole for the childhood and of the years when family dinner, the heady aromas my own children were young. varied depending on the type I looked up the definition of a of casserole she made. They are casserole and it is basically a stew warm, happy memories, with that is baked in the oven instead casseroles being the definition of of being cooked in a pan on the comfort food.

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I remember tough times of recovery from a hospital stay and the thoughtfulness of neighbors and friends was expressed though the delivery of a casserole.

Later, I cooked some of my mother’s recipes for my own children and I even created a few concoctions of my own. In between, there were holidays, funerals and the fellowship of church potlucks.

Nothing seems to say nurture more than the urge to nourish others in an effort to feed, fellow-

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ship, or comfort.

Following, I have listed a dozen recipes, some of them are tried and true, some were less familiar but looked like a great recipe, and a couple recipes may not meet the exact definition of “casserole,” but were low carb and definitely fit the “comfort food” vibe.

I enjoyed reading through old cookbooks and researching online. The experience has revived old memories and created an urge to make some new ones.

I do have grandchildren now. I think they need a good casserole.

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Casseroles are the definition of true comfort food.

Greek Chicken Orzo Casserole

www.bettycrocker.com 1 package (16 oz) uncooked orzo pasta 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained 1 bag (5 oz) baby spinach 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled ¼ cup olive oil 1tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves ½ cup reduced sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton) 1 lb. chicken tenders, cut in 1-inch pieces (about 11 tenders) 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel 2 tablespoons sliced green onions Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix tomatoes, spinach, about half of the cheese, the olive oil and oregano; stir in cooked pasta. Spoon mixture into baking dish. Drizzle broth over pasta mixture. In same bowl, mix chicken and seasoning until well coated. Place chicken pieces over orzo mixture; cover with foil.

Bake 45 minutes; remove foil, top with remaining cheese. Bake 4 to 5 minutes longer or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F). Top with grated lemon peel and green onions.

Best Classic Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

thewholesomedish.com Meat Filling: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup chopped yellow onion 1 lb. 90 percent lean ground beef -or ground lamb 2 teaspoons dried parsley leaves 1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1 /2 teaspoon salt 1 /2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 garlic cloves -minced 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup beef broth 1 cup frozen mixed peas & carrots 1 /2 cup frozen corn kernels Potato Topping: 1 1/2 – 2 lb. russet potatoes -about 2 large potatoes peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes 8 tablespoons unsalted butter -1 stick

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/3 cup half & half /2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 /2 teaspoon salt 1 /4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 /4 cup parmesan cheese First, make the meat filling: Add the oil to a large skillet and place it over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add the onions. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the ground beef (or ground lamb) to the skillet and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Add the parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, and and pepper. Stir well. Cook for 6-8 minutes, until the meat is browned, stirring occasionally.

Add the Worcestershire sauce and garlic. Stir to combine.

Cook for 1 minute. Add the flour and tomato paste. Stir until well incorporated and no clumps of tomato paste remain.

Add the broth, frozen peas and carrots, and frozen corn. Bring the liquid to a boil then reduce to simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set the meat mixture aside. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Second, make the potato topping: Place the potatoes in a large pot. Cover the potatoes with 1 1

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water. Bring the water to a boil.

Reduce to a simmer. Cook until potatoes are fork tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain the potatoes in a colander. Return the potatoes to the hot pot. Let the potatoes rest in the hot pot for 1 minute to evaporate any remaining liquid.

Add butter, half & half, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mash the potatoes and stir until all the ingredients are mixed together.

Add the parmesan cheese to the potatoes. Stir until well combined.

Finally, Assemble the casserole: Pour the meat mixture into a 9x9 (or 7x11) inch baking dish.

Spread it out into an even layer.

Spoon the mashed potatoes on top of the meat. Carefully spread into an even layer. If the baking dish looks very full, place it on a rimmed baking sheet so that the filling doesn’t bubble over into your oven. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes.Cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes: (If you can’t find frozen mixed peas and carrots, you could use 1/2 cup frozen peas and 1/2 cup frozen sliced carrots.

Bake at 400° F. Start preheating the oven after you make the meat mixture (listed in step 6).

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Cheeseburger “Mac” Casserole is one of the dozen shared recipes in the search for one dish hits. Try these tested dishes to add more talk at the next family event.

Chicken Noodle Casserole

Remove from oven and let cool 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 oz) slightly before serving.

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By Holly Nilsson/spend chicken Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 9-inch withpennies.com 4 cups cooked and drained egg glass pie plate with cooking spray.

6 oz boxed stuffing mix noodles (approximately 2 cups In 10-inch skillet, cook beef and 1 ¼ cup hot water uncooked) onion over medium heat 8 to 10 2 cups cooked chicken, diced ½ cup sour cream minutes, stirring occasionally, ⅓ cup sour cream 1 cup milk until beef is brown; drain. Stir in 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup 3 cups grated cheddar cheese salt. Spread in pie plate. Sprinkle 3 cups frozen mixed vegetables, 2 tablespoons butter with cheese. In small bowl, stir defrosted 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour remaining ingredients with fork Preheat oven to 400°F. Com1 small onion, finely chopped or wire whisk until blended. Pour bine hot water and stuffing mix into pie plate. Bake about 25 1 clove garlic, minced in bowl. Add all remaining ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes minutes or until knife inserted in ingredients to a greased 9x13 1 can cream of celery soup center comes out clean.

Preheat oven to 350 °F. Grease pan. Top with stuffing mixture.

Texas Hash Bake 25-30 minutes or until 9 x13 inch baking dish.

A personal favorite from a In a large, tall-sided saucepan, bubbly and topping is browned. stash of recipes I inherited from Recipe Notes: Combine stuffing melt the butter over medium my mother, Betty Story. heat. Add the onion, sauté until and hot water first so it can soak up the water while you prep the 1 lb. ground beef near translucent. Stirring fre3 large onions, sliced quently, add garlic and red pep- rest. Run frozen veggies under 1 large green pepper, seeded and per flakes, cook for two minutes hot water to defrost quickly. more. Stir in the flour and cook Shredded chicken can be substi- chopped until the flour is absorbed. Slow- tuted with ground beef, ham or 1 can (16 oz.) diced tomatoes leftover turkey. Any “cream of ” ½ cup uncooked rice ly add the milk and 2 cups of cheese. Reserve 1 cup of cheese soup can be used in this recipe. 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons chili powder Adding a little sprinkle of for casserole topping. Once cheese on the top of the stuffing 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper the cheese is melted add salt will give it an extra punch of Preheat oven to 350°F. In a and pepper to taste. Combine flavor. large skillet, cook and stir meat, chicken, sour cream, soup, and onion, and green pepper until noodles into cheese mixture.

Impossibly Easy meat is browned and vegetables Stir until the noodles are coated Cheeseburger Pie are tender. Drain off fat. Stir in with mixture. bettycrocker.com tomatoes, rice, salt, chili powder, Pour mixture into a prepared and pepper; heat through. Pour baking dish. Top with remaining 1 lb. lean (at least 80 percent) ground beef into ungreased 2-quart casserole cheese. Bake the casserole for 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup) dish; cover; bake 1 hour. Makes 4 30 minutes, or until cheese is 1 /2 teaspoon salt to 6 servings. melted and sauce is bubbling.

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Chicken’n Biscuit Casserole

Here’s another classic from my childhood. It was comfort food made with my mother’s hands. The original recipe had instructions to make the biscuit topping from scratch, but the busy life of a working mom evolved the recipe to a more time-friendly version using canned biscuits. Below, is the original recipe. I used to double the recipe for my large family.

2 tablespoons butter ½ onion, chopped ½ rib celery, chopped ½ green pepper, seeded and chopped 1 /3 cup sifted, all-purpose flour 2 cups cooked chicken, cut up 1 ½ teaspoons soy sauce ½ teaspoon garlic salt ¼ teaspoon pepper ¾ cup chicken broth ½ cup evaporated milk 1 cup water 1 tube Grands biscuits (8 count) Preheat oven to 325°F. Sauté onion, celery, and green pepper in melted butter until tender. Blend in flour, garlic salt, and pepper.

Stir in chicken brother, evaporated milk, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sauce is thick. Add in chicken and soy sauce. Pour into 1 ½ quart lightly greased baking dish, top with canned biscuits, and bake for 15 minutes or until filling is bubbly and biscuits are golden brown on top. Makes about 4 servings.

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Breakfast Casseroles

1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar Melt butter in a large skillet Mom’s Breakfast over medium heat. Add apples Casserole and cook, stirring often, until Okay, so I didn’t really invent this just tender, about 5 minutes. Stir one. It was introduced to me by a in brown sugar and 1 teaspoon co-worker many years ago. cinnamon; continue cooking until However, when I make it for my sugar has dissolved, about 1-2 kids, it is “Mom’s Breakfast minutes. Let cool.

Casserole.” Everyone else can call Lightly coat a 9×13 baking it what they want. Whatever it’s dish with nonstick spray. Place a called, it’s a fabulous breakfast layer of bread cubes evenly into and kids love it. the baking dish. Top with cream 2 packages dinner croissants rolls cheese and half the apple mixture 1 package cream cheese in an even layer. Top with remain1 package breakfast sausage (I ing bread cubes and remaining prefer Tennessee Pride – mild) apple mixture.

1 to 2 cups shredded cheddar In a large glass measuring cup cheese or another bowl, whisk together Preheat oven to 350 degrees. eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, Grease or spray a 9x13 oblong salt and remaining 1/2 teaspoon pan with Pam cooking spray. cinnamon. Pour mixture evenly Brown sausage in a skillet until over the bread cubes. Cover and no there is no more pink. Drain place in the refrigerator for at and return to heat. Add cream least 2 hours or overnight. cheese and stir until cream cheese Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. is melted. Once cream cheese is Remove baking dish from the melted, remove from heat and set refrigerator; let stand 30 minutes. aside. Open and unroll one of the Sprinkle with pecans; place croissant tubes into the bottom of into oven and bake, covered, for the pan, pressing seams together 30 minutes. Uncover; continue with fingers and mashing out to to bake for an additional 25-30 take dough to the edges of the minutes, or until golden brown pan. Spread sausage/cream cheese and center is firm. mixture evenly on top of dough.

Serve immediately, sprinkled Unroll second croissant tube with confectioners’ sugar, if on top of the sausage and pinch desired. seams together until as even as Sausage Casserole possible. Place casserole into oven gypsyplate.com, “The 45 Best and bake about 15 minutes. Top Casserole Recipes” with shredded cheddar and bake another 10 minutes or so until 2 teaspoons olive oil golden and bubbly.

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Family gatherings, social events and church potlucks – casseroles not only feed any type of event – they represent and define fellowship.

pieces. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until browned and mostly cooked through. Drain off any excess grease.

Add the onions and peppers, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally until vegetables are softened, 3-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Place the cooked vegetables, sausage and hash browns in the baking dish,

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stir to combine.

In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until thoroughly blended.

Add the cream, milk and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth. Stir in the cheese. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and vegetables in the pan. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Sprinkle with parsley. Cut into squares and serve.

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Cheeseburger “Mac” Casserole

Southern Keto by Natasha Newton 1 lb. ground beef ½ cup chopped onion or 2 tablespoons dried minced onion 2 teaspoons paprika 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried parsley ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce 1 (12 oz.) bag frozen cauliflower florets 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the onions, crumbling the meat PAGE 36

with a large spoon as it cooks, until the meat is browned and the onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Drain the fat, if necessary.

Stir in the paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, parsley, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the cauliflower, cover, and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender.

Stir in the cheese and serve immediately or reduce the heat to low and simmer for an additional 20 minutes for more depth of flavor, then stir in the cheese.

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refriger-

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The many benefits of arts education Why does art matter?

This is a question that has given philosophers and artists food for thought for centuries. It’s also been a leading question in many school districts when budget cuts have forced school administrators to put various curricula on the chopping block.

Very often arts programs are the first to be cut.

From their earliest years, many children communicate and learn through artistic expression. Songs help them learn words and repetition to develop speech and reading skills.

Drawing, painting and crafting helps to solidify motor skills. Though 88 percent of Americans consider the arts part of a well-rounded education, an American for the Arts public opinion survey found that the percentage of students receiving arts education has shrunk dramatically over the last few decades.

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Entire family can have fun in the kitchen A guide to cooking with kids

Children may start their culinary careers crafting mud pies in their backyards, but that creativity and imagination soon may translate into foods they can actually eat.

Many kids love cooking because it can be fun and messy, which are two qualities that children find hard to resist.

Parents can foster their children’s love of cooking and help them along the way with these tips.

cooking begins and continues to do so after handling foods, particularly raw meat and poultry.

Hair should be tied back, and separate prep surfaces should be designated for produce and meats.

• Assign age-appropriate tasks

Consider age and maturity levels when assigning tasks in the kitchen. Even children • Be patient as young as 3-years-old can Going into the cooking expechop food if they are provided rience knowing there will be a a serrated butter knife with a mess, typically when young chil- rounded point and soft vegetadren are involved, can help you bles or fruits. prepare. Toddlers have not yet This helps teach knife skills mastered manual dexterity, so that kids can develop more they’re bound to spill and drop. thoroughly in the future. ChilPut a plastic tablecloth under dren can mix and add ingredithe work area and on the floor ents as well. As kids get older, to help catch what falls. Also, parents can decide the right cooking with youngsters likely time to let them use the stove. will take more time than it nor• Experiment mally would, so set aside extra with dough preparation and cooking time.

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The entire family can get in on the action when kids participate in the kitchen.

• Practice measuring together

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Negrin notes that children between the ages of 10 and 12 Let children read the recipes can start working independentand be in charge of portioning ly in the kitchen so long as an out ingredients. This reinforces adult is in the home. Ultimately, classroom lessons about temchildren can cook without close perature, ratios and fractions. supervision.

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Couple brings good things to their new fast-food franchise

Corinth Chick-fil-A franchise owners David and Elizabeth Rogers are proud of their little nuggets, five-year-old Davis and two-year-old Adelaide. The family moved to Alcorn County in October to oversee the construction of the restaurant.

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Franchise operators David and Elizabeth Rogers hope to carry their company’s mission forward by having a positive influence on all who come in contact with Corinth’s new restaurant, Chickfil-A. “As part of our vision and principals in guiding our business, we want our employees to feel they’re not just coming to a job, but hopefully learning to become better leaders and positive influences in the restaurant industry,” said Elizabeth, 30, the restaurant’s marketing director.

David, 32, an accounting major, felt his love of working with numbers helps him in being an even better owner/operator.

“I use numbers for a more profitable business,” he said. “I’ve told our team members they can’t make a difference unless they’re being successful at what they’re doing.”

The young couple moved from Tuscaloosa, Ala. in mid-December and didn’t waste any time in making Corinth their home.

They have already met several local business owners and new friends. David is a member of The Alliance and participated in the Alcorn County Job Fair in January. His son, Davis, goes to Alcorn Central Elementary and plays on a local youth baseball team.

Davis, 5 and his little sister, Adelaide, 2, were excited about their parents’ new restaurant. Adelaide expressed delight at seeing the red “Chick-fil-A” sign perched on the building at one of the busiest intersections in Corinth. Davis was just happy he gets lemonade now whenever he wants it.

“People keep telling us how excited they are Chick-fil-A is here in Corinth, but David and I are just as excited to be here,” said the children’s mother.

When given a choice on where to own their first Chickfil-A franchise, it was a chance meeting of strangers at Corinth’s city park that helped the Rogers decide.

“We had conversations with two different people who were about our age at the park,” said David. “One was a University

Rogers children Davis and Adelaide share a big brother and little sister moment.

of North Alabama graduate and the other was a Mississippi State University graduate. Both commented they had wanted to come back home to Corinth to live and work after graduating. That was important to us because we didn’t want to move to a community everybody was trying to get away from. We wanted to live in a community where our family could grow and thrive.”

Being closer to her family in Florence, Ala. was also a big factor for Elizabeth.

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Elizabeth already had a vague knowledge of Corinth as a child because her grandparents lived in Savannah, Tenn. They would often come to Corinth to eat and shop. She also remembers family picnics at Pickwick Landing State Park and visiting Pickwick Landing Dam with her father who worked for TVA. Though they lived in Tuscaloosa two years before moving to Corinth, the couple considered Birmingham their home. It’s

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where they met and graduated from college at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

David started working for Chick-fil-A as a freshman in college in 2008. He graduated from UAB in 2012. Elizabeth obtained her bachelor degree in communications with a minor in business administration and marketing, graduating from UAB in 2013. A month later the couple married.

Elizabeth worked at her church where she loved being around people during worship times.

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The Rogers family remains proud to call Corinth and Alcorn County their home, including David, Elizabeth, Davis and Adelaide.

“I’m an extrovert and found during the week I was getting too much quiet time. Plus I was a newlywed and missed seeing David,” she said, smiling. “I decided to work with him part-time at Chick-fil-A on Saturdays and a couple of times during the week.

A year later I acquired a fulltime marketing position with the company.”

In 2016, the two Chick-fil-A employees began traveling all over the country, opening and leading restaurants with Chickfil-A’s Leadership Development Program. From the age of five months old to three years old, Davis was along for every plane ride and road trip. Adelaide was born on their last official day of traveling.

During this time, the Rogers began exploring the idea of becoming Chick-fil-A franchise owners and by 2018 started the process of acquiring their own business.

David had known since high school he wanted to own his own business.

“My baseball coach was an accountant and owned a small accounting firm. This allowed him a flexible schedule and good income which left an impression on me as far as determining my career choices,” he said.

After graduating UAB, the sports lover continued his ministry with “Campus Crusade for Christ” or “Cru” at the college.

The Cru axiom, “If you want to change tomorrow, then influence tomorrow’s leaders today,” served as inspiration in his work with students.

“This gave me direction for what I wanted to do for the next 30-40 years of my life in how I think, what I wanted to accomplish with my job and what kind of positive difference I could make,” said David. “Though I was pursuing a career in accounting, as a team leader at Chick-fil-A, I began thinking I could accomplish more in my life by continuing to work for them.”

He wanted to be part of a company which was much more than about food.

“My twin brother, Jonathan, and I started working for

David Rogers began working for Chick-fil-A as a college freshman, then wife Elizabeth joined him in 2016 as part of the Chick-fil-A Leadership Development Program, traveling the country to help plan and open new restaurants.

Their dream was to own their own franchise.

Chick-fil-A at the same time and motivated each other,” said the oldest of six siblings. “He is now a Chick-fil-A franchise owner in Starkville. Owning our own franchises was a dream of both of us for a long time and now it’s realized.”

Both David and Elizabeth are avid disc golf players though Elizabeth admits David is more competitive than she is. She also enjoys baking while David enjoys playing his guitar during the week. However, his two small children don’t always provide their father the leisurely time.

“Adelaide’s favorite thing to do is get my guitar pick and drop it into the hole in my guitar then watch me try to get it out,” he said, laughing.

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caloosa and Elizabeth said the worship center immediately felt like home.

Coming from Tuscaloosa, she said people often ask if they’re “Crimson Tide” fans. She remarked both of them were actually huge fans of the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s football and basketball teams.

She added David was manager for the baseball team when he started at UAB. She also noted she was part of the effort to get the UAB football program reinstated in 2017 after it was disbanded.

“Go Blazers!” she yelled with enthusiasm.

The couple were very earnest in their desire to play a positive role in their new community.

The close connection they have with each other was evident as David nodded toward his wife, saying, “I couldn’t do any of this without her. The reason why

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we’ll be successful is because we work so well together.”

“We have a great team who have come from all parts of Alcorn County,” he continued.

“When we started this business we wanted everybody who worked here to know they were becoming a part of our Chickfil-A family. They represent us in the community and the quality experience we want our customers to have. For our younger employees we could be a launching pad for their future. Though they may not always work in the restaurant business, we want them to be inspired to become the best versions of themselves.”

“Leadership author John Maxwell said everybody is either a plus or a minus when they interact with other people,” said David. “Our goal is to be a plus.”

Carol Humphreys is a resident of Corinth and a freelance writer who contributes to Crossroads Magazine.

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Music education plays an important role in childhood development and acquisition of skills in and out of the classroom.

Important ways music education benefits youth Taps into multiple skill sets

Researchers increasingly are finding that “do-re-mi” may be just as essential to children’s development as “A-B-C.” Music education, which was once required in the classroom, is increasingly absent from school curriculums.

However, proponents feel there should be a greater push for musical education as part of school curricula because of the many benefits students reap from music education.

Music participation goes beyond playing an instrument or singing notes from a page. Experts at Music Together, an early childhood music development program, say that participating in music education involves many different skills, including listening, vision, fine motor skills, problem solving, and utilizing large and small muscle groups.

A growing body of research points to music for its transformative effects on youngsters.

Participation in music education may help improve communication skills, foster better memory and help children focus their attention more effectively, according to the instrument retailer Zing Instruments.

Music may provide the common ground to unite children in pursuit of a common goal.

Neurobiologist Dr. Nina Kraus participated in “The Harmony Project,” which involved a series of experiments among second and third graders. Dr. Kraus discovered conclusively that music enhanced sound processing and cognitive skills (memory and attention). Music helps students develop the left side of the brain, which is known for processing language.

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Improves language skills

study music tend to have larger vocabularies and more advanced reading skills than those who do not participate in music education.

More consistent attendance rates

The National Association for Music Education determined that schools that offer music education have better attendance rates (93.3 percent) than those that don’t (84.9 percent).

Support from parents and teachers

Both educators and parents strongly believe that music education has a positive impact on overall academic performance, indicates NAMM Foundation and Grunwald Associates LLC. They also feel that budget cuts in music education or deficits in supplies and insufficient allocation of resources is detrimental to students.

Higher grades

A study in The Journal for Re-

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search in Music Education found that students who participated in excellent music programs scored higher on tests in mathematics and English/language than students enrolled in lower-quality music programs or none at all.

Researchers concluded there is a correlation between music education and better retention of material.

Increased IQ scores

An experiment published in a 2004 issue of Psychological Science conducted by E. Glenn Schellenberg at The University of Toronto at Mississauga found that, over the course of nine months, six-year-old participants who were given piano and voice lessons tested on average three IQ points higher than those who had drama lessons only or no lessons at all.

Music education plays an important role in the lives of students, paying dividends that might surprise even those devoted to ensuring school curriculums include it.

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Families can look to various hobbies they can engage in together to make the year ahead both happy and healthy.

Healthy hobbies families can enjoy together Resolutions to get fit might garner the bulk of people’s attention come New Year’s Day. But resolution season also marks a great time for busy families to commit to spending more time together.

By the time the spring season arrives and the calendar turns to April, many families may ask “what resolution?”

Hobbies can bring people together, which makes them an ideal outlet for families who want to spend more time with one another. Families on the lookout for hobbies they can enjoy together can consider the following activities.

• Hiking

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hikers’ risk for serious ailments, including heart disease.

But the exposure to nature that hiking provides can benefit entire families. A 2015 study published in the journal Landscape and Urban Planning found that hiking can help to reduce feelings of anxiety. Hiking trails run the gamut from flat trails that are ideal for families that include young children to more challenging trails that require a little climbing.

cycling with young children, parents can look for flat cycling paths that won’t discourage kids or require them to do more than their bodies can handle. Older children and teenagers can handle more challenging paths, and parents of children in these age groups can even consider incorporating mountain biking into their cycling routines.

that can lay the foundation for healthy eating habits throughout adulthood.

• Painting

Painting together as a family can benefit both adults and children in unique ways. Harvard Medical School notes that studies have found that artistic expression can help people with depression and anxiety. Young • Cooking children, including preschoolers, There are plenty of famialso can benefit from painting, ly-friendly hobbies that can be which helps them develop both • Cycling enjoyed at home. Cooking is one their fine and gross motor skills Cycling is another healthy, fam- such hobby, and it can have some and improves hand-eye coordiily-friendly hobby. The experts surprising benefits for youngnation. at MD Anderson Cancer Center sters. According to Nemours Parents of adolescents should note that cycling builds muscle, KidsHealth, cooking can be a know that painting has also been helps people maintain a healthy great way for parents to reinforce found to be a productive outlet weight, releases endorphins that basic math skills kids are learnfor teenagers to express themcan make it easier to relieve and ing at school. selves, and the process of seeing manage stress, and improves Older kids who don’t need such a painting project through from balance. lessons can benefit from cooking inception to completion can Both adults and children with their parents by learning boost confidence and self-escan reap those rewards. When to prepare nutritious meals teem.

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Many students struggle to focus on their studies. Some simple strategies can help students overcome such challenges and fulfill their academic potential.

How to help students improve their focus on their studies Teachers strive to create supportive and challenging classroom environments for their students. Such settings can bring out the best in students and help them overcome obstacles, including an inability to focus.

The struggles students can have with focusing on their studies was apparent during the pandemic. A 2020 survey of more than 400 college students found that 64 percent were concerned about their ability to maintain their focus and discipline in remote instructional environments.

Though educators, students and parents are hopeful that remote learning will soon be a thing of

the past, no one is certain about what lies ahead in regard to the 2021-22 school year.

Ideally, students will be back in school time full-time five days per week by the start of the new academic year. However, there’s no guarantee that will be the case, and students may need help focusing on their studies.

three activities simultaneously puts significantly more demand on the brain than simply doing those tasks one after another.

All students, and especially those who are struggling with focus, should be encouraged to take on one task at a time.

• Take breaks

The Cleveland Clinic notes that • Emphasize one various studies have found that activity at a time periodic breaks improve mood, Various studies have shown that boost performance and increase multitasking adversely affects a person’s ability to concentrate performance and makes it hard and pay attention. Many students to concentrate. A recent study are well acquainted with lengthy from researchers at the Massacramming sessions on the eve of chusetts Institute of Technology a big exam, which can feel like a found that performing two or rite of passage for high schoolers

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and college students.

Parents and educators can emphasize the importance of taking breaks during such sessions and how periodic rest can help improve performance.

• Take a piecemeal approach to big tasks

The Child Mind Institute notes that breaking big tasks down into smaller, more manageable pieces can help kids effectively tackle more challenging tasks. The piecemeal approach can make big tasks seem less daunting, and the success kids have at each smaller task can provide some needed momentum as they draw closer to solving the problem.

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How to teach kids about emergency preparedness Emergency preparedness is something everyone in the household should learn, including children.

But approaching the topic of emergencies with youngsters requires finesse. Children are capable of comprehending many things, especially when information is presented in age-appropriate ways.

The American Red Cross recommends parents narrow down the subject matter when discussing disasters and emergency readiness with kids. Parents and caregivers can start by determining which disasters are most common where they live.

There’s no need to broach hypothermia safety, for example, if the family resides in a warm climate.

Another good step is to speak

with schools or daycare centers to find out how they handle the subject of emergencies, and then reinforce those lessons at home.

The Corinth Public Library may have books in their children’s section and there are plenty of online resources that address safety skills and emergency preparedness in language that children can understand. In addition, the Red Cross notes there are mobile apps designed to teach and reinforce important safety skills in informative but fun ways.

For example, the Monster Guard app is geared toward kids between the ages of seven and 11 who are asked to join the Monster Guard and prepare for real-life emergencies at home and in other environments.

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everything that goes into preparing for an emergency, but they may be more inclined to get involved if they are given tasks they can handle. Children in Pre-K to grade 2 can learn how to dial 9-11 or practice “Stop! Drop! And Roll!” safety techniques.

Older children can be tasked with making emergency supplies shopping lists and helping to put away these items, or working with parents to devise a home evacuation plan.

Practice makes perfect, and once families determine which emergency plans they should put into effect, they can role play with children to help make sure that everyone recognizes what to do in the case of an actual emergency.

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Childproofing checklist can help keep kids safe It’s not long before newborns who need their parents to cater to their every need become toddlers who can’t wait to go exploring on their own. The curiosity can come quickly, which underscores how important it is for parents to childproof their homes.

Childproofing is essential in the nursery where children tend to spend much of their time, but it’s necessary elsewhere in the house as well.

The Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles says fractures are the most common injuries among infants and toddlers as they develop a sense of curiosity and gain mobility. Head and mouth/tooth injuries are some additional injuries curious kids may suffer during this period in their lives. This childproofing checklist can help reduce the risk of injury.

• Follow United States Consumer Product Safety Commission crib safety regulations, which include fixed sides, a firm mattress and slats that are no more than 23⁄8 inches apart.

• Install UL-listed carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detec-

as televisions, bookshelves and dressers, to the walls.

• Install safety guards on windows.

• Pull the crib away from other furniture.

• Use cordless window blinds.

• Place gates at the top and bottom of stairs and use them to prevent access to rooms that are off limits.

• Store cleaning supplies, tools and breakable items out of reach or in a locked cabinet.

• When the child reaches 35 inches in height or can climb out of the crib, it’s time to transition to a toddler bed.

• Choose toy chests or other furParents can customize childproofing plans based on their needs and the niture with spring-loaded hinges. designs of their homes. Consult with a pediatrician for other tips on making • Do not hang heavy wall art or shelving over cribs. a home safe for young children.

• Cover radiators, hot pipes, etc., tors on every story of the house • Block all open outlets with with protective materials. and check batteries in detectors outlet covers or safety plugs.

• Remove flaking paint and be frequently.

• Place lockable covers on the sure to have paint tested for lead.

• Install a temperature guard on garbage.

• Inspect the home for protrudthe water heater and never set it • Install stove knob covers. ing nails, bolts or other hardware above 120 F. • Use latches on any drawers, that can cause injury.

• Cover all sharp furniture edges toilets, doors, or cabinets within These are some childproofing and corners with safety padding or the child’s reach. measures parents can implement specialty bumpers.

• Anchor heavy furniture, such to keep kids safe.

How to spot signs of cyberbullying Despite its relative infancy, the internet has become so prevalent in daily life that it’s hard to imagine a time when it wasn’t so widely available.

Yet that time wasn’t so long ago.

In fact, many adults who are now entering or in middle-age made it through their secondary educations without the internet. That’s not so for today’s students, and that divide can sometimes make it difficult for parents to spot signs that their children are victims of cyberbullying.

Cyberbullying refers to the use of electronic communication to bully a person, typically by sending intimidating and/or threatening messages. These messages may be sent in various ways, including through apps or via social media platforms.

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Department of Health and Human Services, research has shown that a quick and consistent response to bullying is an effective way to convey that such behavior is unacceptable. But parents first must learn to recognize signs of cyberbullying, which is not always as easy to spot as other bullying behaviors.

The Anti-Defamation League notes that hateful words and rumors are often a component of cyberbullying. In such instances, that abuse can follow young people home, giving them the idea that the bullying is inescapable.

In decades past, bullying victims could at least see their homes as safe havens. That’s no longer the case, which is why it’s vital that parents learn to recognize the signs of cyberbullying.

Young people may exhibit their own unique symptoms if they’re being victimized by cyberbullies.

In addition, the ADL notes that parents can look for these signs and then take immediate action if they suspect their children are being cyberbullied.

• A child becomes upset, sad or angry during or after being online or using their phone.

• A child withdraws from family or friends.

• A child expresses reluctance or refuses to participate in activities previously enjoyed.

• A child has an unexplained decline in grades.

• A child refuses to go to school or expresses anger or dissatisfaction with a specific class or school in general.

• A child increasingly reports symptoms of illness for which he or she wants to stay at home.

• A child shows signs of depression or sadness.

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Parents can look for these signs and then take immediate action if they suspect their children are being cyberbullied.

any of these signs to respond to them immediately. Take a gentle, supportive tone during any discussions with children, making sure to express your concerns while also listening to the child when he or she explains what is so upsetting.

Parents who have confirmed or suspect their child is a victim of cyberbullying should contact their children’s school immediately.

More information about how to respond to cyberbullying and prevent its recurrence is available at www.StopBullying.gov.

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Continued from page 40 Houston’s Arts Access Initiative, in conjunction with Houston Education Research Consortiums, found a substantial increase in arts educational experiences had remarkable effects on students’ academic, social and emotional outcomes.

Students who participated in arts education experienced a 3.6 percent reduction in disciplinary infractions, an improvement of 13 percent of a standard deviation in standardized writing scores, and an increase of 8 percent of a standard deviation in students’ compassion for others. Compassion translated into wanting to help people who were treated badly and being more conscious of how other people feel.

The Nation’s Report Card, the largest ongoing assessment of what students in the United States know and can do, shows that American students continue to score lower than many of their peers in Europe and Asia.

Seeking to improve performance in reading and math may be as simple as including arts education.

Researchers from the Johns Hopkins University School of Education say that instruction becomes more effective when educators integrate creative activities. Encouraging creativity and imagination across all disciplines can help shine light on new concepts and help stu-

dents discover connections and innovative ideas.

To bolster support of arts in the classroom, parents and educators can point out the following benefits of arts education.

• Increases creativity: The arts let students express themselves in different ways and offer outlets for all types of skills.

• Improves academic performance: A report by Americans for the Arts indicates young people who regularly participate in the arts are four times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement than non-participants.

• Develops motor skills: Arts helps foster motor skills, which are essential for writing letters and words, playing musical instruments, using paintbrushes, and much more.

• Helps one appreciate numeracy: Art involves patterns and problem solving. Learning these skills translates into many different disciplines, including mathematics.

• May accelerate brain development: Bright Horizons, a U.S.–based child care provider, reports learning to play an instrument has been found to improve mathematical learning, boost memory and lead to improved academic scores.

The benefits of arts in the classroom cannot be ignored.

The arts encourage students to utilize many skills that translate to various subjects.

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