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July 4th Fireworks in San Diego County
- June 30, 2009
Cities and Communities throughout San Diego County can celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, festivals, entertainment and fun. Following are some of the Independence Day celebrations around San Diego County:
Up, Up and Away!
- May 29, 2009
- By Kimi Allen, Teen Critic
Disney/Pixar takes flight with the new animated film "Up" (opening May 29 throughout San Diego). Even though the main character is an old man KPBS teen critic Kimi Allen fell in love with his adventure.
Pixar's 3-D Animated Up Opens in San Diego
- May 28, 2009
- By Beth Accomando, Angela Carone, Maureen Cavanaugh
Pixar's new 3-D animated film Up opens this weekend. We'll hear from the director and producer, and talk with KPBS film critic Beth Accomando about how Up breaks different ground in 3-D animation.
Advocating for Kids with Disabilities
- May 27, 2009
- By Maureen Cavanaugh, Natalie Walsh
Having a child with a disability can pose many challenges for families and society. We'll talk with an advocate for children with disabilities about how to incorporate disabled kids into family life as well as after school, social and recreational programs.
Locals Trace Roots Back to Early Days in San Diego
- May 26, 2009
- By Maureen Cavanaugh, Natalie Walsh
Mexico's legacy in San Diego can be seen everywhere - from street names to cuisine to the Chicano movement. We'll talk with San Diegans who can trace their family roots back to the earliest days of San Diego's European settlement.
Uncommon Baby Names a Growing Trend Throughout America
- May 20, 2009
- By Maureen Cavanaugh, Hank Crook
What's up will all these celebrities giving their babies unusual names like Apple, Shiloh, or Bronx Mowgli? Well, it's not just a celebrity fad. We speak to psychology professor Jean Twenge about her research into the growing trend of uncommon baby names in America.
Planning for Summer Child Care
- May 18, 2009
- By Sheila Marcelo, PBS Parents
Summer will be here before you know it. Our little ones are counting down the days until school lets out. When that happens, families will have to fill anywhere from eight to ten hours a day of child care. Summer isn't only a difficult time to plan and arrange child care, it's also the most expensive part of the year.
Keeping Kids Healthy and Fit
- April 27, 2009
- By PBS Parents
With childhood obesity increasing at staggering rates, parents and caregivers must play an active role in protecting children's health. Eating healthy foods is a key factor in maintaining their overall wellbeing. But, this has to be balanced with regular physical activity.
Five Great Family Nutrition Habits
- April 26, 2009
- By Melinda Johnson, dietitian and nutrition expert
Being healthy (or being unhealthy) is really just a result of the sum of our habits; the more healthy habits we have, the more likely we will benefit by having good health. The good news about habits is that they can be developed or changed, with a little focus and a plan.
The Art of Negotiating with Kids
- April 24, 2009
- By PBS Parents
You say, "It's time for bed." "It's time to go." "It's time for homework." "It's dinnertime!" But your child says, "Five more minutes." You are tired of saying "No" and tired of fighting. So, what do you do? Give in? Blow up? Or — negotiate?
