According to a March 2001 study conducted by a Buffalo University epidemiologist, obesity among children between the ages of 8 and 16 has more than doubled in one generation, with TV-viewing largely to blame.

Children Now's Winter 2000 issue of Media Now focuses on gender and video games and ways in which the industry can play a role in creating and advertising games that appeal to girls and can contribute not only to their desire for entertainment, but also to their healthy development.

The eBay Foundation awards grants of $5,000 to $25,000 for unique programs that utilize technology to empower children and youth. Projects should include collaboration by various organizations to achieve a greater
impact.

If you're looking for ideas on good sites for young children, classroom tips, funding resources or the latest research on using technology to benefit children from birth through age eight—this site is a good first stop.

Most Americans think that computers and the Internet have made their lives better, according to a poll by National Public Radio, the Kaiser Family Foundation and Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. Still, they remain concerned about those left behind in the information age; and most believe the government should help technology "have-nots" get wired.

Explore this American Library Association site as a family. Or, take a free online course on the Internet, including history, terms, and ideas for learning together with children—all you need is a basic understanding of e-mail.

Ever wondered why a particular movie is rated R or PG-13? This parents' guide goes a step farther to inform adults about potentially objectionable content in movies and videos. Kids in Mind doesn't offer a thumbs up or thumbs down—it simply alerts parents to what's in the movies so they can make better viewing decisions.

The National Household Education Survey regularly conducts topical interviews of households on topics such as early childhood education, school readiness, parent involvement in education, safety and discipline, and adult education.