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Best Selling Adoption E-Book Discounted During National Adoption Month
Special offer on best-selling adoption e-book coincides with National Adoption Month. - November 05, 2014 - Sally Bacchetta - Freelance Writer/Author
Music Video Energizes New Book for Young Adults
Theme song makes a good read even better. - November 03, 2014 - Lambert Hill
Failing at Fatherhood: a Book for the Imperfect Father to be Released by Trinity Grace Press in November
Trinity Grace Press is proud to announce the forthcoming release in paperback and as an ebook for the Amazon Kindle, the Apple iBookstore, and the Barnes & Noble Nook, of Failing at Fatherhood: a book for the imperfect father by Jack Barr of King, North Carolina. The release is scheduled for November 10th. - November 03, 2014 - If They Had A Voice
New Children's Christmas Book
Loudan Evis Books are delighted to confirm the launch of their first ever children's book. "I Just Can't Wait for Christmas" is a new children's Christmas book released in 2014. - November 01, 2014 - Loudan Evis Books
WaterWipes Available in Retail Stores in the Northeast
WaterWipes are now available at Giant Eagle, Martin’s, Stop N Shop, and Giant Food in the states of CT, DC, DE, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VA, and WV. - October 31, 2014 - WaterWipes
"Why Parents Need To Be Involved In The Schools" Just Published, an eBook in 2014 by Dr Joseph S Maresca on Amazon/Kindle
This ebook is a real gem for educators, parents and students. The ebook will provide parents with invaluable information on how to deal with school administrators and teachers on a continuing basis. The communication is part of a continuing effort to ensure that students are attending and doing what is required to graduate. Find out how to deal effectively with teachers, what questions to ask and how to address followup to reach reasonable goals on a consistent basis. - October 31, 2014 - Dr Joseph S Maresca
Top Halloween Costumes: Popular Couponing App, Shopular, Dishes Up the Inside Scoop on What's Ghoulishly In-Style This Year
Top mobile shopping and couponing app, Shopular.com, has its finger on the pulse regarding what’s hot and what’s not this Halloween. As the definitive shopper’s resource for all things retail, Shopular queried consumers in their 1st Annual Shopular “Spook Style” survey... - October 30, 2014 - Shopular
Education Technology Event Brings New Tools and Individualized Learning Opportunities to NYC Parents and Their Children
Parents of Accelerated Learners, NYC introduces NYC’s first education technology event aimed at families, The NYC Ed Tech Family Day A’Fair on Saturday, November 8th, a one day event–part carnival, part scavenger hunt, part education fair for parents and children that offers a fun-filled opportunity to explore education technologies that support individualized learning and talent development. - October 30, 2014 - Parents of Accelerated Learners, NYC [PALNYC]
Expert Mom Offers Tips on How to Shake "Closet Clutter Syndrome"
Simple and Creative Ways that Give Back, Gain Space and Get Control This Holiday Season - October 30, 2014 - Totspot
Innovation Direct™ to Head Up Marketing and Licensing Campaign for Patented Infant Stroller and Auto Motif
An innovative and fun new twist on a widely used baby product, the Infant Stroller and Auto Motif, has been developed by Darryl Chandler of Halifax, Virginia. The invention’s unique appearance renders it an eye-catching yet fully functional stroller. The Infant Stroller and Auto Motif is... - October 30, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Aging American Population Raises Expectations for Health Services and Surgeries by 2020, According to Arizona Orthopedic Surgeons
With more than 60 million Americans over the age of 55 today and 3.5 million more turning 55 each year, the need for age-related health services and surgeries will increase dramatically by 2020. Bone and joint-related treatments will be at the forefront of that increased need. In the United... - October 28, 2014 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
Organizational Strategies Just Released Pre-Publication of Book Entitled: "The Government is Not a Village"
Newly released book, "The Government is Not a Village" reviews worsening statistics in face of ever increasing government control, reveals robust research demonstrating the correlation between academic achievement and religious affiliation, suggesting a way forward: character training. www.thegovernmentisnotavillage. - October 23, 2014 - Organizational Strategies
Innovation Direct™ to Spearhead Licensing Campaign for Child Restraint Warning Device
An innovative and effective new product designed to address a pervasive problem related to child safety, the Child Restraint Warning Device, has been developed by William Roarty of Levittown, Pennsylvania. The invention's unique design provides parents and caregivers with a clear and unmistakable... - October 23, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ at Forefront of Marketing Efforts for Teressa Alarm Invention
An innovative and highly valuable new product designed to provide a priceless measure of safety, the Teressa Alarm, has been developed by Teressa Jackson and Cynthia P. Jones of Willis, Texas. The invention’s unique design and features enable it to keep adults alert to any potential dangers... - October 22, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to Serve as Liaison Between Patent Pending Lou-minator Invention and Industry
An innovative and handy new product that addresses a common household-related need, the Lou-minator, has been developed by Jake Arness of Kenai, Alaska. The invention’s unique design provides its users with an essential component for being able to use a toilet in dimly lit conditions. The... - October 17, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Senator Ron Johnson Scheduled to Visit Waukesha Food Connection
Senator Ron Johnson will visit the Waukesha Food Connection at True Life Church this Friday, October 17, from 4 to 5p.m., according to a church official. Senator Johnson plans to speak with families in need and help volunteer handing out food. - October 15, 2014 - True Life Church
Prevention Plus Wellness to Provide Free Prevention Programs to Non-Profits
Prevention Plus Wellness is providing non-profit organizations with free evidence-based prevention and health programs, thanks to an anonymous gift of $25,000. Prevention Plus Wellness is now accepting requests from US non-profits for a free set of its evidence-based SPORT Prevention Plus Wellness Program and training materials. SPORT is the only existing youth prevention program that cost-effectively links healthy behavior promotion with drug use prevention by targeting positive youth images. - October 14, 2014 - Prevention Plus Wellness, LLC
Innovation Direct™ Leading the Way in Marketing Campaign for Curtis Baby Jones Invention
An innovative new product targeted at parents and caregivers of young children, the Curtis Baby Jones, has been developed by Robert C. Jones of Half Way, Missouri. The invention's unique design enables it to offer comfort and safety for children when traveling in a vehicle. The Curtis Baby... - October 14, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Improving and Reinforcing Elementary Students’ Mathematics Skills with an Excellent New Online Resource
Canadian and Worldwide Students who are in first, second, third, or fourth grade are encouraged to put online math lessons and online math tutoring from 09xyz Canadian Online Math Tutoring ltd. to their advantage and improve their math skills and scores. Lessons are thoughtfully put together with a linear approach, and each tutor is a genuine educator with strong math skills and an understanding of the best approaches to strengthening and growing the students’ abilities. - October 13, 2014 - 09xyz
Sharon Lechter Slated as Special Guest on Wealth DNA Radio to Kick-Off Series on Financial Literacy. October 13, 2014 at 9:00 AM PDT.
Wealth DNA Radio Show Kicks Off Financial Literacy Series with Special Guest Sharon Lechter. Would you expect someone illiterate to become a best-selling author? Then why is anyone surprised that we continue to face economic crises (personally & nationally) when we don’t focus on increasing Financial Literacy? Wealth DNA Radio will be focusing on bringing financial literacy to the forefront by hosting a 4 part series of informative shows. - October 11, 2014 - Wealth DNA radio
Innovation Direct™ Leading the Way in Promotion of Decker Baby Care Furniture Invention
An innovative new product targeted at parents and caregivers of very young children, the Decker Baby Care Furniture, has been developed by Lance A. Decker of Clovis, New Mexico. The invention's unique design and features enable it to facilitate a much safer overall environment for babies. The... - October 10, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Shanti Generation to Give Away 500 "Partner Yoga for Teens" DVDs to Educators
Shanti Generation announced that it will give away 500 DVDs of its “Partner Yoga for Teens” curriculum during the fall 2014 semester. The Partner Yoga DVD includes 10 five-minute guided sequences for middle and high school students to practice mindfulness skills with a friend, sibling, classmate or parent. The mindfulness curriculum will help teachers challenge bully culture. - October 09, 2014 - Shanti Generation
Geek Mom Educates Parents on Video Games and Digital Safety Through New Guide for Parents
This generation can still learn to appreciate family values when parents get involved on a daily basis and learn how to positively co-existing with their digital child. - October 09, 2014 - Mahoney Public Awareness
Innovation Direct™ Designated as Licensing Liaison for Watson Specialty Pacifier Invention
An innovative new twist on an essential baby accessory, the Watson Specialty Pacifier, has been developed by Joy Watson of McDonough, Georgia. The invention's unique design provides babies and very young children with an attractive alternative to a conventional pacifier. The Watson Specialty... - October 05, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Celebrate National Sensory Awareness Month with "Sensitive Sam Visits the Dentist" by Award-Winning Author and Illustrator Marla Roth-Fisch
A trip to the dentist can be challenging for children with sensory issues. Parents will find reading "Sensitive Sam Visits the Dentist" with their children before a dental appointment a great way to make a trip to the dentist more enjoyable. Released in October at the start of National Sensory Awareness Month, the book is perfect for children with sensory processing disorder (SPD), autism spectrum disorders (ASD), or other disorders involving a sensory component. - October 04, 2014 - Marla Roth-Fisch
Innovation Direct™ to Target Potential Licensees on Behalf of Dark Light Invention
An innovative and highly functional new twist on a widely used baby product, the Dark Light, has been developed by Shari Thompson of Chicago, Illinois. The invention's unique design provides its users with functionality not normally found in a conventional baby bottle. The Dark Light eliminates... - October 04, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Rising Technology Providing New Solutions to Old Problems for Aging Americans
A unique combination of advancing recording, communication and printing technologies allows new opportunities for aging Americans to authorize the printing of their own personal life history book. - October 03, 2014 - Troy Hallewell
When the Outdoors Are Calling, the Mama Baby Poncho Has Your Family Covered
With the holidays and the winter season approaching, Together Gear is outfitting moms, dads, kids and other outdoor enthusiasts with the only technical rain poncho designed to fit two. Unlike other waterproof ponchos on the market, the Mama Baby Poncho is the only one that can be worn alone or can be expanded to fit a baby. Both practical and stylish, the Mama Baby Poncho features a waterproof, seam-sealed, breathable membrane, a fleece-lined hood and pockets, and reflective piping. - October 02, 2014 - Together Gear, LLC
Superkids Stand Up to Bullying: Free Anti-Bullying Workshop Sponsored by Investors Bank & the Martial Arts Arena
Local children pledge to Take Action & Stand Up to Bullying and learn how to Identify, Avoid & Stop Bullying. - October 01, 2014 - The Martial Arts Arena
Parenting Teens Workshop Being Presented by Mara Dunn
Positive Solutions to Real Life Family Struggles is a parenting teens workshop and child/youth movie night being held. Sunday, October 19th, 7-9 p.m. Hosted by Niantic community Church. The program is free, refreshments served. Register in advance. - October 01, 2014 - Niantic Community Church
Heads Up Philadelphia: College Students in Area at Risk for Head Lice Infestation
LiceDoctors, Philadelphia Head Lice Treatment and Nit Removal Service, reports that students in dorms are at relatively high risk of head lice infestation due to the close proximity to each other. The lice service offers advice to families on how to reduce the risks of lice infestation among suite mates and dorm friends. - September 30, 2014 - LiceDoctors
How a Synagogue of Kids Raise Their High Holiday Funds
How a Synagogue of Kids Raise Their High Holiday Funds for Yom Kippur the holiest day in the Jewish calender. - September 29, 2014 - Nonie of Beverly Hills
Innovation Direct™ to Represent Car-Stroll Invention to Potential Licensees
An innovative new improvement on a widely used and essential baby product, the Car-Stroll, has been developed by Isiah Howard of Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The invention's unique design provides a conventional baby stroller with valuable and convenient functionality. The Car-Stroll’s... - September 28, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Walmart, foodtweeksTM Step in to Support Utah Food Bank During Hunger Action Month's Food Drive
Giveaway at Utah Food Bank's Food Drive will be $500 Walmart Gift Card for those who download and use free foodtweeksTM app. - September 25, 2014 - foodtweeks
New Children’s Book Promises Fresh Spin on Muslim Holiday
Little Big Kids, an up and coming cultural lifestyle brand for young Muslim kids, is proud to announce the release of their newest storybook, "Ilyas & Duck and the Fantastic Festival of Eid Al-Fitr." It’s a delightful story about a boy named Ilyas and his best friend Duck as... - September 23, 2014 - Little Big Kids
Vigilant Personal Protection Systems Launches 130dB Personal Alarm to Benefit National Center for Missing and Exploited Children®
Vigilant Personal Protection Systems (Vigilant PPS, Inc.), in coordination with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children®, announces the launch of a brand new alarm designed to help protect the user in emergency situations. One dollar from each new Vigilant model PPS-8KID sold... - September 22, 2014 - Vigilant Personal Protection Systems
Rosie Releases "Situation Zane – "Autism Who Knew?"
Caribbean-American Autism advocate and proud mother Rosanne Small-Morgan has released her new book, “Situation Zane – Autism who knew?” to the masses. This new book aims to spark a real conversation and open the lines of communication and respect for the families and individuals... - September 22, 2014 - Situation Zane. Autism- who knew?
Local Author Inks New Publishing Deal with Major Publisher
Local author Gary Callahan recently joined forces with Tate Publishing to begin the publication process of his new parenting book "How to Raise a Child (NOT to be a Mass Murderer)." “We are so thrilled to welcome Gary into our prestigious Tate author family. His book will be a... - September 19, 2014 - Tate Publishing & Enterprises, LLC
Free Back-to-School Guide Offers Tips for Parents of Autistic Children
Your Autism Coach, LLC has released a free back-to-school guide for parents of autistic children. It provides proven techniques to help parents, not only survive and manage the school year, but look forward to a successful, academic year. - September 19, 2014 - Your Autism Coach
Operation Kidsafe Safety Week Coming to Bowling Green KY
The Operation Kidsafe System wil be in Bowling Green Oct 20-25, 2014. The system is similar to the FBI type digital system. Get a life-time bio document for your child. Program is totally private and free for every family. - September 17, 2014 - Operation Kidsafe
Chicago Area Kids See Peak Incidence of Head Lice as School Year Commences
LiceDoctors Head Lice Treatment and Nit Removal Service in the Chicago area reports that calls from anxious parents about head lice infestations are at a peak as the new school year begins. Parents now increasingly look to professionals, like LiceDoctors, for help dealing with this frustrating problem. - September 17, 2014 - LiceDoctors
Tips for Parents During National Family Sexuality Education Month
Stanton Healthcare Magic Valley helps parents talk to their kids about sex and sexuality. October is National Family Sexuality Education Month and the perfect time to begin a conversation. Here are some tips: Work Hard to Develop a Great Relationship · The most successful method of teaching... - September 15, 2014 - Stanton Healthcare Magic Valley
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Marketing for Feed Me Easy Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve as a highly functional tool for mothers of very young children, the Feed Me Easy, has been developed by Rashida Parris-Russell, based out of Milton, Ontario, Canada and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The invention's unique design allows for unparalleled ease... - September 14, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Schools in Orlando Face Back-to-School Head Lice Woes
Orlando's LiceDoctors Lice Treatment and Nit Removal Service reports that September and October are the months when head lice are the most prevalent. Students in the Orlando area have returned to school and unfortunately, some have brought these unwanted bugs with them. - September 14, 2014 - LiceDoctors
Sarasota Schools Say Yes to Students with Nits, But No to Students with Live Lice
Research by LiceDoctors Head Lice Treatment Service reveals school districts in the Sarasota, Florida area have adopted a comprehensive and relatively lenient head lice policies that allows students with nits into school. Students with live lice will be sent home. - September 13, 2014 - LiceDoctors
"Throw Like a Girl" Turns a Sexist Slam Into a Business Grand Slam
Throw Like a Girl! launched 3 weeks ago with the goal to turn change an attitude about girl athletic abilities into a positive one. Throwlikeagirl.com offers trendy, sporty, quality apparel & accessories and promotes team sports. - September 10, 2014 - Throw Like a Girl
World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation Premieres Content via Vimeo
Beginning today, World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation (formerly OTCBB:WWMO) has released several of its library titles to the public for sale or download via a joint arrangement with content provider Vimeo.com. The move also facilitates the launch of World Wide’s new consumer destination... - September 09, 2014 - World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation
KSDP Free Recording Studio, Free Music and Hugs Instead of Alcohol and Drugs: New Kickstarter Project
KSDP 830 AM, a small Public Radio Station off the coast of Alaska, has just launched its project “KSDP 830 AM Free Recording Studio” a crowd funding web site. Manager Austin Roof and Development Director Lauretta MacBeth want to be able to offer their young people alternative opportunities to alcohol and drugs by raising $25,000.00 through Kickstarter.com. They want to create a recording studio that will be free to the children and anyone else who wants to use it. - September 04, 2014 - KSDP Aleutian Broadcasting Inc
It's Back-to-School for Albany Area Kids and Parents Are Concerned About Head Lice
LiceDoctors Head Lice Removal Service advises parents in the Albany, Schenectady and Troy areas to be on the look out for head lice as children start the school year. Back to school season is the height of head lice incidence. - September 04, 2014 - LiceDoctors
Half Off Hot Deals Half-Priced Admission for Jefferson Parish Residents at Audubon Attractions Jefferson Parish Appreciation Day - Saturday, September 6, 2014
Audubon Nature Institute is thanking their friends in neighboring Jefferson Parish with an incredible deal Saturday, September 6, 2014. Jefferson Parish residents and employees (both residents and non-residents) receive half-price admission to Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and... - September 03, 2014 - Audubon Nature Institute