Numbered Publications: Family and Consumer Sciences
FCS7-189: Stand Up to Falling: Physical Activity, Exercise and Fall Prevention
Amy Hosier | Jun. 2, 2010 (New)
Physical inactivity leads to muscle weakness and loss, and has a negative effect on flexibility and balance, increasing a person's risk of falling. To significantly minimize the chances of falling, strength, balance, and flexibility must be increased.
FCS7-192: Stand Up to Falling: Vision Impairment and Fall Prevention
Amy Hosier | Jun. 2, 2010 (New)
Whether vision impairment or disease, age-related trouble with vision increases the risk for falling and fall-related injury. A key to safety, wellness, and fall prevention is to keep your eyes healthy. Have regular eye exams, use appropriate prescriptions for glasses and contacts, and work with a doctor to maximize vision in both eyes.
FCS3-336: Freezing Fresh Fruits
Sandra Bastin | Apr. 14, 2010 (Reprinted)
FCS3-334: Home Freezing Basics
Sandra Bastin | Apr. 14, 2010 (Reprinted)
4JD-11PO: Fashion Magic in the Market Place: 4-H Clothing Selection Project Series
Linda Heaton | Mar. 25, 2010 (Reprinted)
FCS7-184: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 6: Teach Self-Control
Carol Gnatuk | Mar. 24, 2010 (Major Revision)
As parents, one of our top concerns is our children's behavior. We want them to respect others and make the most of relationships. Researchers tell us that children begin even as babies and toddlers to decide how to express feelings and relate to other people.
FCS7-180: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 2: Cuddle, Talk, and Read with Your Child
Carol Gnatuk | Mar. 24, 2010 (Major Revision)
Babies and toddlers love it when you hug and
cuddle them and smile at them. They also love you to listen, talk, and read to them. Doing both at the same time, such as cuddling while reading simple storybooks, develops a warm bond between you and your child.
FCS7-182: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 4: Be Playful with Your Child
Carol Gnatuk | Mar. 24, 2010 (Major Revision)
Babies and toddlers love to play. Play is not only fun, it is a way for your child to learn. It does not have to cost a lot of money. Forget the boring flash cards and expensive educational toys. You as well as family members and friends will find in the fourth key, "Be Playful with Your Child," some ideas for inexpensive play and learning with babies and toddlers at various ages.
FCS7-185: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 7: Practice Health and Safety
Carol Gnatuk | Mar. 24, 2010 (Major Revision)
Our babies and toddlers count on us to keep them strong and safe as they move and explore. This seventh key, "Practice Health and Safety," offers specific things you can do to help make your child's life as healthy and safe as possible.
FCS7-181: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 3: Know How Your Child Develops
Carol Gnatuk | Mar. 24, 2010 (Major Revision)
Babies and toddlers grow and change at an amazing rate! Their weak muscles become stronger as they learn to roll over, sit, and walk. At first they coo, gurgle, babble, and cry in distress. Then they begin to show interest, smile, and laugh. Before you know it, they are putting words together, taking turns, and learning to share.