If you’re a parent or a teacher, you probably say “wash your hands” more than any other phrase. Chances are, the kids in your life just don’t understand why hand-washing is such a big deal. Well, here ...

Need another teaching tool to get your kids to wash their hands? A fairly recent viral video shows a simple but powerful way to get your point across. Facebook user Kelly Rose Sarno shared a short ...

The spread of the H1N1 flu, the "swine flu," is thought to spread from person to person through coughing or sneezing. Health officials encourage you to wash your hands often with soap and warm water.

If we had to list our top parent-approved pastimes, backyard science experiments for kids are a hot contender for the #1 spot because kids have fun learning while soaking up a little vitamin D in the ...

The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. As flowers bloom and temperatures climb, many are eager to get back outside.