Pools are one of the most popular places to spend time in the summer because they're one of the most fun places to be in the summer. But there are definitley dangers lurking in pool areas. Listen to this week's show to find out what some of them are and how to prevent injury.
Having fun outdoors can expose you to a lot of little pests, one in particular can cause problems by biting on and sticking around. It's the tick. Listen to this week's show to get tips for avoiding tick problems and for advice about what to do if you do find one on your skin.
A fun thing that is healthy in so many ways is planting a garden. You get a lot of exercise. You're out in the fresh air and sunlight. And if you grow fruits or vegetables you're providing yourself with a healthy snack. Listen to this week's show to get tips for getting started with a unique garden of your very own.
Whether you're washing your family car as a chore or to make some summer money, there are things you should know to make it easier. Listen to this week's show.
Get more ideas for making summer money here.
Busy people may need someone to help walk their pets. That's where you come in. Dog walking can be a lucrative summer business if you get along with the canine set. Plus you get exercise to boot. Listen to this week's show for suggestions about starting a dog walking business.
Check out this site for important information about labor laws kids and their bosses have to abide by.
Just because an electrical appliance isn't in use doesn't mean it's not using energy. Sometimes just being plugged in allows an object to suck energy from the wall. These are called energy vampires and they're in almost every American home. Listen to this week's show for tips to avoid these little suckers. Just one home can make a difference for the health and safety of our environment.
Playground equipment gets beaten and battered by all the kids who play on it day in and day out. So it's important that you don't get battered by pieces of equipment that aren't quite up to standard. Listen to this week's show for things you should look out for on the playground to make sure you don't get hurt.
The term going green gets thrown around a lot these days. It means finding ways to live that will help our environment stay healthy for as long as possible. Listen to this week's show to check out some of the things you can do to go green. Then check out Nickelodeon's Big Green Help site for more information.
Money can be a really sensitive subject, especially if you've done something irresponsible with the money you have. Listen to this week's show to get tips for dealing with money and how to make wise choices with your finances.
Hey parents! Here's a great link for you about teaching your kids about money.
Playing video games can be a great way to have fun and even de-stress if you have a rough day at school or just want to play. But there is definitely a time when too much video game play can cause problems. Listen to this week's show to learn how to play responsibly and what games may not be appropriate for you to play at all.
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