Letter from the Editor
By Gretchen Cook
Sometimes we in the publishing business sort of wonder if anyone is really paying any attention to what we do. Well, we’ve found out that our readers not only pay attention, they are very vocal when they see something they do not like. (more)


Family Matters
Seasons of Thankfulness
By Martha Miller
Never in my life did I think I'd be 41 years old, unemployed, pregnant for the first time, and moving 2,000 miles across the country with my husband, John (who had just finished graduate school and was also unemployed) to live with his parents. (more)


It Figures
November by the Numbers
By Cynthia Washam
Fun facts about November and Thanksgiving. (more)


Parent Points
Info on healthy habits, and grassroots soccer initiative. (more)


What's Cooking
Some Festive Alternatives for Thanksgiving and One Family Favorite
By Julie Paul
Traditions die hard – especially when it comes to holiday recipes. This year I suggested to my family that we try something a little different than my standard cornbread and apple dressing. After a heated (some might say hostile) discussion, I was convinced that some things are best left unchanged. (more)


Keeping the Faith
How Religious Education Benefits Children
By Randy and Sissy Lynn
Raising children in today’s society isn’t easy. With all the negative influences out there—violence on TV, ads for cigarettes and alcohol, pregnant teenage pop icons—it’s hard to provide your children with the moral foundation they need to make good decisions. That’s where e arly religious education comes into play. Religious education offers the opportunity for children to not only grow closer to God, but also to develop the tools they need to face many circumstances in life, such as peer pressure, temptations, and family crises. (more)


Gift Ideas for the Holidays
NextSport Fuzion Electron and books from GiftLit.com. (more)


When You Need to Downscale the Gift Giving
By Lynn Pribus
Many parents would like to modify the gifting frenzy, and understanding why we tumble into this trap may help us find a better balance. There are several reasons why we end up on the financially stressed end of things. (more)


Get the Kids Involved
Fun Activities to Celebrate Thanksgiving
By Heather Day
Squash muffins, how to set the table correctly, wreath of thanks, turkey cookie, and outside activities. (more)


Is it ADHD or Poor Study Habits?
After all these years the controversy surrounding ADHD continues
By Amanda Wells
Approximately two million school-age children in the United States have been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), according to the National Institute of Mental Health. ADHD is categorized by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. At the same time, childhood can be characterized by “inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.” When are these elements simply a part of an immature child’s behavior, and when do these elements signify a real problem? (more)


Parents & Kids 2009 Metro School Guide
Your Guide to Schools in the Jackson Metro Area
Learn important statistics, special programs, and contact information for public and private schools in the Jackson Metro area. (more)


Parents & Kids Magazine Calendar
November 2008
Family friendly events and activities in the Jackson Metro area for November 2008.calendar@parents-kids.com (more)