| Kids_on_the_Net Writings by and for kids around the world. A web site that looks at life online and offline through children's eyes. With exciting collaborative writing projects for ages 6-15. |
| Minnesota_Kids_US Highlights cool things that Minnesota kids can and have done. |
| PBS_Miss_America Paints a vivid picture of an institution that has come to reveal much about a changing nation. Includes photographs, timeline, and notes for teachers. |
| Planet_Tolerance Read stories about different cultures, draw a picture for the World mural, or explore civil rights issues. |
| Tiki_the_Penguin Explores topics such as pollution, climate change and food. Also has quizzes, jokes and puzzles. |
| The_Great_Honey_Race Roll the dice to see if the bee, mosquito or butterfly gets to the honey first. |
| Spill_&_Spell_Rules Rules for the game with examples. |
| Stack_Rules Rules with variations. |
| ChildHelpUSA__Kids_Only Identifies common types of abuse and provides a 24-hour hotline for children and teens who are being abused. |
| Children\'s_Refuge Offers a place to play, learn, tell jokes, chat with peers (monitored), links to safe sites, downloadable online games, and the option to ask for help and report child abuse. |
| Help_For_Kids Designed by a kid for kids dealing with emotional abuse and/or bullying. Explains why some people abuse others, why it is wrong, and how to overcome it. Includes links to other places to go for help |
| The_Hideout Learn what domestic violence is, how to help a friend, how to understand your feelings and what you can do. [UK hotline numbers] |
| How_to_Handle_Abuse Hitting, grabbing, and yelling can all be kinds of abuse. This site talks about what abuse is and what to do about it. |
| Love_Our_Children_USA Information for kids and teens on recognizing and reporting child abuse. Includes national hotlines for a number of protective agencies. |
| Speers_Society__For_Teens Provides information, for the victim and the abuser, about preventing abusive relationships. Includes what abuse is, different types, warning signs, support tips, and special problems for teens. |
| Stephanie\'s_Safe_Haven__What_is_Abuse? The definition of abuse, from several sources. |
| TeensHealth__Abuse Explains how to recognize symptoms of abuse, identifies long-term effects, and tells where to get help. |
| TeensHealth__Abusive_Relationships Explains what abuse is, signs that you or a friend are being abused, and how to get help. |
| What_Kids_and_Teens_Need_to_Know_About_Child_Abuse Explains several types of abuse, and provides a toll-free abuse hotline. |
| Adventure_Theme_Park Features original games, puzzles, music, and interactive fun. Most activities require limited reading. |
| Amazeworld Collection of interactive web mazes, stories where your choices affect the outcome. |
| Animation_Grove Features stories, games, downloads, word searches, and puzzles. Includes section for very young children. |
| Apple_Corps Design different faces on an apple and other fruits and veggies using ears, noses, hats, and mouths. |
| Archie_Comics__Arcade Online word games, action games, and puzzles with the Archie characters. |
| Beanotown Features games, cartoon graphics, prize-awards for high scorers, and factual information about The Beano. Requires registration and parental permission to record high scores and win prizes. |
| Billy_Beaver\'s_Game_Show Arcade games, puzzles, mazes, word games, math games, tic-tac-toe, online coloring books, and jokes. |
| Bonus_com__The_Super_Site_for_Kids Brain games, multiplayers, mazes, puzzles, arcade games, and other online activities. |
| Build-a-Bear__Play Includes games and printables that feature teddy bears - several with a holiday theme. |
| Calypso_Land Site for Calypso fruit drink. Cartoon characters lead you through various zones. Download screensavers and sounds, even win a mountain bike. |
| Charlotte_Bear\'s_Magical_Kingdom Play games, learn to do magic tricks, make toys and crafts, or stop by the wishing well and see the genie. |
| Cone_Factory Offers games, contests and opportunities to win different prizes. Includes a game related to ice cream flavors. |
| Crazy_Bone Features collections of online games, jokes, recipes, personality tests, and magic tricks. |
| Cybercones_com Create a virtual ice cream cone or sundae, and e-mail it to a friend. |
| Cyberkids Art, contests, a learning center, shopping, fun and games. |
| Disney_Channel_-_Online_Games Large collection of online games relating to Disney Channel shows. |
| Empire_Free_Games Includes word searches, activities, and games such as "Boulder Dash" and "Story Teller". |
| Fun_Times Provides online games and videos designed for young children. [Flash Required] |
| FunRanch A fun place for kids and parents to play free interactive games. |
| FunZone_Games_for_Kids Includes jigsaw puzzles, Shockwave games, and arcade action. |
| Gamequarium Game links for K-6 students arranged in more than 30 categories. |
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Maybe you've always wanted a baby brother or sister and your parents just told you you're going to have one. Hurray! Or maybe you have liked being an only kid and you're not quite sure how you feel about having a new sister or brother.Either way, when your mom's going to have a baby, there are changes ahead. What should you expect when your mom is expecting?Hurry Up . . . and Wait!Having a baby takes a while. Usually about 9 months (sometimes less, if the baby comes early). Early on, your mom won't look much different, but she may feel more tired or have an upset stomach. It's common for pregnant women to feel sick and then throw up. They call it morning sickness, but it can happen any time of the day. You might be worried about your mom, but she's OK. Morning sickness is a sign that your mom's body is changing to make the baby, and it usually stops after the first few months.After about 4 months, your mother's breasts and belly will start to get bigger. She'll probably start eating more and will get a bit bigger every day. By the time she's about 6 months pregnant, if you watch her belly you'll probably be able to see the baby kicking and moving around inside! Ask your mom if you can put your hand on her stomach to feel your brother or sister kicking.You also might be able to see the video from the ultrasound or see photos from it. An ultrasound is kind of like an X-ray. It's a way to see what's going on inside — in this case, to take a peek at the growing baby. The doctor might be able to tell if it's a boy or girl. Pretty cool!By the time the baby's ready to be born, your mother's belly will be pretty big. She also might be tired more often and less able to run around with you. You can help her by carrying things for her or helping her get up from the sofa or out of a chair. If she drops something on the floor, pick it up. She will have a hard time bending over!All These Changes for a Little Baby?While your mom's body is changing, you might notice some changes around your house. Your parents will be figuring out where the baby will sleep and getting the crib and other stuff ready. Ask if you can help them decorate the room. Maybe they'll pull out some of your old clothes. Ask to see some baby photos of yourself. Aw! You were so cute!Some kids share a room with their brother or sister. If the baby will be sleeping in your room, talk to your parent about ways to make sure your part of the room feels like yours — maybe you can put both of your names on the door or put a sign over your bed that says your name.Mixed EmotionsYou may have different feelings about the new baby that's on the way. Some days, you might be really excited about it. Other days, you might wish for the old days when your mom wasn't expecting a new baby. Maybe you feel like your mom and dad are too busy planning for the baby to pay attention to you. Or maybe you're jealous that the baby has so much new stuff. But just because your parents are busy getting ready for the baby doesn't mean they love you any less!It's normal for a kid to have happy and sad feelings about having a new brother or sister. You might try talking to your mom or dad or another , like a grandparent, about how you feel. Or maybe you want to write your feelings in a journal or draw pictures. Are you thinking about who will take care of you when the new baby is born and everyone is at the hospital? Ask about it and then you'll know what the plan is.Meanwhile, think about all the fun times you'll be able to have with the new baby, especially when he or she gets a little older. How lucky that baby is to have you as an older brother or sister!Reviewed by: Larissa Hirsch, MDDate reviewed: June 2007Originally reviewed by: Steven Dowshen, MD 
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