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Cool School Lunches

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The trick to getting your kids to eat the lunch you pack is all about making it look cool. Start with a colorful lunchbox and fill it with fun-size, good-for-you treats. We're pretty sure they won't want to trade.

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Five Quick and Healthful Dinners with Shrimp

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Fresh or frozen shrimp is such a great nutritional choice.

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Kids A Cookin' - Giant Germs

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This "germ" (cracker sandwich) is fun and easy to make - even for 3 year olds. The recipe also allows for each child to create a unique treat, using his or her own imagination.

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Letting Your Children Cook

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Do you shoo everyone out of the kitchen when you're preparing food? Step back, and wave your children in. Now is the time to get them involved in the process. And you might find the company a welcome addition. Mary Emma Allen explains.

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Quick Snacks for Kids

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These seven snacks are easy to make, fun for the kids and a few of them even sneak in some healthy ingredients along the way. Be sure to keep on hand some inexpensive plastic bowls and plates for outside snacking, plus small resealable plastic bags for those times you need to take these with you. These recipes are perfect for field trips, school lunches or after-school snacks.

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Wonderful Watermelon

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Watermelon is an all-American favorite for meals and snacks. People can't seem to get enough of this sweet treat. Find out more about ways to pick the best watermelons and some fun tips for making the most of your melon.

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