Teaching Kids to Ride Bikes
The program was teaching disabled children how to ride bicycles. A local public school was holding the camp on their facilities.
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Scottish Schools Begin Free Meals Plan
Primary pupils will receive free school meals as part of a six-month pilot project in Scotland that will improve the diets for all children by providing a nutritious lunch.
Football Players Defend Special-needs Student from Bullying
In the scrub-brush desert town of Queen Creek, Ariz., high school bullies were throwing trash at sophomore Chy Johnson. Calling her stupid. Pushing her in the halls. Chy's mother wanted justice, so she called the captain of the football team, who knew the girl.
New Muppet on Sesame Street Struggles With Hunger
Not since the cute, yellow HIV-positive Muppet premiered in 2009 on Sesame Street in South Africa has a new character from the Workshop taken such a lead role in educating kids about a societal woe. The furry 7-year-old girl named Lily, will appear first tonight on an hour-long PBS special to raise awareness of the issue of hunger in America.
Mom Who was Criticized for Letting Her Kid Walk Alone, Transforms Town
A few years ago, a mom in a small Mississippi town was chastised by neighbors and the press for teaching her 10-year-old son to walk to soccer practice by himself. A cop picked him up, scolded him about safety, and warned the mother that she could be prosecuted for "child endangerment." It was the turning point that led to the transformation of attitudes and laws in their town.
Fewer Kids Dying From Leukemia, Study Shows
Kids with one type of leukemia are living longer than they used to, most likely thanks to new drug combinations that mean fewer patients are relapsing after a first round of treatment.
Son Surprises His Mom With A House For Mother's Day
I am the man I am today because of you, he said at the start of a video. So I just want to thank you. For years, she worked every day, seven days a week, starting at 5 or 6 in the morning preparing food for her neighborhood market. And in 2002 she was diagnosed with cervical cancer and underwent a painful fight. This is the first house I ever purchased and I wanted to give (it to) my mother, Michael Luangrath wrote on YouTube. She deserves it the most.
On Their Own: Musings From an Empty Nester
This morning a baby bird fell out of its nest just outside the window that is near my desk. My mind wandered to images of my youngest son, a college freshman. Was this child ready to leave the nest or did I rush him out?
Child Expected to Die Without Any Bones Now Grows Them Thanks to New Therapy
Four years ago, Janelly Martinez-Amador was confined to a bed, unable to move even an arm or lift her head. The fragile toddler had a rare disorder that left her without any bones. Now, at age 7, thanks to medical science, she is developing her own bones with the aid of an experimental drug therapy.
Hollywood Superheroes Visit Children's Hospital After Football Bet
Hollywood superheroes Chris Evans, who plays the role of Marvel's Captain America, and his friend Chris Pratt (who plays Star-Lord in the film Guardians of the Galaxy) made good on a friendly Super Bowl bet on Saturday visiting Seattle Children's Hospital bringing gifts and joy to young patients
At 81, The Man Behind Big Bird Sees 'No Reason To Quit'
In a new documentary, I Am Big Bird, we meet Caroll Spinney, on Sesame Street for 40 years, the man who has no intention of giving up his yellow feathers.
To Mother with Love on Mother's Day
A sweet new video by ChildFund International in honor of Mother's Day features kids from around the world in Sri Lanka, India, Zambia, Ecuador and other countries saying "I love you, Mom" in their native languages.
Operation Smile Video: Girl Sees New Smile for First Time
A little Brazilian girl born with a cleft palate often hid her face behind a doll. But 24 hours after Operation Smile's life-changing surgery, a cameraman turned around the viewfinder, to let her see her new smile for the first time. The amazement in her eyes is unmistakable.
Children Leave Cute Random Notes With Coins for Cars at Parking Meters
Lovely Rita is getting a run for her money from these adorable meter maids.
Duchess Kate Calls For Mental Health Support in Schools w/ Heartfelt Video
The stigma against mental illness and silence surrounding it is harmful to those of all ages, but thankfully, kids have a Royal on their side.
Cute Little Leukemia Patient Proposes To Favorite Nurse (WATCH)
Not only did this 5-year-old steal hearts on the internet with his bold declaration of love, he stole the heart of Tall Sarah.
A Few Pieces Of Fabric Become A Little Girl's Cloak of Dignity and Love
Sometimes it's the little ways we give back that matter the most; even it's just a precious dress for a precious little girl.
Canadian Kids Are The Most Welcoming People Ever (WATCH)
A video of Canadian children singing a historical song from the Middle East in the Arabic language is warming hearts on the internet.
Deaf Girl Adopted From China Hears Mother for the First Time
Thanks to a cochlear implant, a 5-year-old hearing impaired girl adopted from China was able to hear her mother's voice for the first time.
7 Ways To Teach Your Kids Gratitude
Do you want to teach your children to appreciate the positive in their midst? Here are 7 ways to encourage gratitude in your kids.
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