March-April

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Kids and TV

Books can help children take a step back from TV-and discover that real life is more fun

Children's Advocates Roundtable

  • Proposed budget would cut programs for children and families
  • On the agenda
  • More money for working families
  • Family support corner
  • Families as partners in child development programs
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Family support works

"My future is a little brighter"

Tax assistance programs boost family incomes

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Peaceful partnership

A community-wide collaborative in Salinas struggles to continue violence prevention programs in hard times

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Preschool for all: key questions

Providers of early care and education are excited about the possibilities and wondering where they will fit in

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Problem-solving for parents

A Southern California parenting consultant teaches parents a formula for finding solutions to problem behavior

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A week without TV?

April 19 through 25 is the 10th annual TV Turnoff Week. Why should you participate? And how would your family survive?

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"Head Start has made me grow"

Benefits-and challenges-when family child care providers offer Head Start

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