Any #parents have any suggestions for when the 7yo discovers she’s got horrific anxiety surrounding an optional school Share Fair project?

“It’s too crowded & I know too much about Hello Kitty Island Adventure & what if I don’t like it when we glue it?!?”

It’s been 4 days of panic & tears. Help.

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"Les maternelles XXL" lundi 30 mars 2026, sommaire et invités de Marie Portolano sur France 5 Lundi 30 mars 2026 à 09:30, retrouvez Marie Portolano et Houssem Loussaief pour un nouveau numéro des "Maternelles XXL" sur France 5. En voici le sommaire et les invités.

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Get reading with the kids, an excellent way to bond with them through laughter!

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Took my kids to ride bikes because they suggested we go ride bikes. Boy what a mistake that was.

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Why “No Artificial Colors” Is a Trust Trap for Parents: The 2026 Clean‑Label Loophole _Parents see “no artificial color” as a health upgrade, but the FDA’s 2026 label shift lets ultra‑processed foods stay the same while the marketing gets cleaner._ The removal of synthetic dyes from packaged foods is being sold as a genuine nutritional improvement, yet the regulatory changes introduced in early 2026 let manufacturers replace those dyes with natural‑derived colorants without altering the ultra‑processed nature of the products. For parents trying to shield elementary‑school kids from processed junk, the “no artificial color” claim is therefore a **trust trap** —a glossy label that masks unchanged formulation, pricing, and marketing tactics. **Key facts.** * In February 2026 the FDA issued an enforcement‑discretion policy encouraging manufacturers to drop the term “artificial” from ingredient lists and adopt “no artificial color” claims, as outlined in **FDA’s enforcement discretion notice**. * The same year the agency’s Human Foods Program released “priority deliverables” that explicitly support those claims, effectively redefining what “artificial” means for food labeling, per **FDA MAHA updates on “no artificial color”**. * Major grocery chains have responded by relabeling private‑label snacks as dye‑free, even though the underlying products are still highly processed; Save A‑Lot’s nationwide purge of synthetic dyes is a flagship example, reported by **Grocery Dive**. * The new natural colorants are often derived from heavily processed extracts (e.g., beet juice, paprika concentrate) that add little nutritional value but preserve the product’s visual appeal and shelf life, according to **Alternative Products and Where to Use Them**. Together, these moves give parents the illusion of a healthier pantry while leaving the core issues of sugar, fat, and processing untouched. ## How did the FDA’s 2026 label change create a loophole? The FDA’s February 5, 2026 notice on **enforcement discretion** signaled that the agency would no longer scrutinize “artificial” descriptors when manufacturers could demonstrate a natural source, as explained in **FDA’s enforcement discretion notice**. At the same time, the agency’s broader “priority deliverables” for its Human Foods Program encouraged the industry to adopt “no artificial color” language in marketing materials, per **FDA MAHA updates on “no artificial color”**. These actions did not ban synthetic dyes; they simply **re‑defined the term “artificial.”** By allowing manufacturers to label a beet‑derived red as “natural” while still using the same emulsifiers, preservatives, and high‑fructose corn syrup, the FDA opened a path for companies to claim compliance without changing the product’s nutritional profile. The policy shift therefore operates as a **semantic loophole** rather than a substantive safety measure. ## What are retailers doing with “no artificial color” claims? Retailers have leapt onto the regulatory windfall. Save A‑Lot announced a nation‑wide purge of synthetic dyes, as reported by **Grocery Dive**. In practice, the chain swapped proprietary Red 40 and Yellow 5 for beet, carrot, and turmeric extracts, re‑branding the same snack bars, cereals, and frozen meals with bright new packaging that flashes “No Artificial Colors.” The grocery shift mirrors the FDA’s language change: **the products remain ultra‑processed** , but the visual cue of a “clean” label reassures shoppers. Because the natural extracts are often more expensive, retailers negotiate cost‑share agreements that keep shelf prices stable, preserving the profit margins that made the original synthetic dyes attractive to manufacturers. ## Does swapping synthetic dyes for natural ones improve nutrition? From a strictly nutritional standpoint, the answer is **no**. Synthetic dyes such as Red 40 have no caloric value and, despite occasional consumer concerns, are not linked to adverse health outcomes at the levels permitted in foods. Natural colorants, while derived from fruits or vegetables, undergo extensive processing—extraction, concentration, and sometimes chemical stabilization—to achieve the same hue intensity and shelf stability, which strips most of the original food’s fiber, vitamins, and phytonutrients, according to **Alternative Products and Where to Use Them**. Consequently, a snack that replaces Red 40 with beet juice concentrate does not gain the antioxidant benefits of whole beets. The primary gain is **visual** : a product that looks “real” without the stigma of a synthetic code. For parents focused on reducing sugar, sodium, and unhealthy fats, the dye swap offers **no meaningful health advantage**. ## How does the clean‑label promise affect parents’ purchasing decisions? The phrase “no artificial color” taps into a deep‑seated parental instinct to protect children from hidden chemicals. Marketing research shows that **clean‑label claims increase perceived healthfulness by up to 30 %** , even when the underlying product is unchanged. This perception bias leads parents to purchase higher‑priced items under the belief they are making a healthier choice. Moreover, the label creates a **trust cascade** : if a product is free of artificial colors, parents assume it is also lower in sugar, free of preservatives, or made with whole ingredients. The reality, however, is that many “clean‑labeled” items still contain **high levels of added sugars and refined grains** , the very hallmarks of ultra‑processed foods that public‑health experts warn contribute to childhood obesity and metabolic disease. ## What can parents do to see beyond the label? 1. **Read the full ingredient list** – natural color names (e.g., “beet juice concentrate,” “annatto”) are often listed alongside the same long list of additives, sweeteners, and stabilizers. 2. **Check the nutrition facts panel** – focus on total sugar, sodium, and saturated fat rather than marketing buzzwords. 3. **Prioritize whole‑food snacks** – fresh fruit, nuts, plain yogurt, and homemade baked goods bypass the color‑additive debate entirely. 4. **Ask retailers for transparency** – many grocery chains now provide online ingredient dashboards that reveal the exact formulation behind “no artificial color” claims. 5. **Educate children about food processing** – teaching kids to recognize whole ingredients empowers families to make choices that go beyond the packaging. By shifting attention from the superficial claim to the **actual composition** of the food, parents can avoid the clean‑label trap and protect their children from the broader harms of ultra‑processed diets. ### The “Zero-Process” Pantry: Real Food Alternatives To truly avoid the clean-label trap, focus on foods that don’t require a “no artificial color” claim because they aren’t engineered to begin with: * **Intact Produce:** Snap peas, sliced bell peppers, and berries. These offer vibrant colors alongside their original fiber and phytonutrients. * **Simple Proteins:** Raw or dry-roasted nuts, seeds, and hard-boiled eggs are naturally dye-free and highly satiating. * **Whole Grains:** Air-popped popcorn or steel-cut oats. These bypass the hidden stabilizers and sugars found in “natural” cereals. * **Unsweetened Dairy:** Plain Greek yogurt or cottage cheese. Adding your own fresh fruit gives you control over both color and sugar content. **The Rule of Thumb:** If a food needs an extract (like beet or turmeric) to look appealing, it’s likely gone through enough processing to lose its original nutritional value.

#Parents see “no artificial color” as a health upgrade, but the FDA’s 2026 label shift lets ultra‑processed foods stay the same while the marketing gets cleaner.

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COCK-A-DOODLE-OOPS!
✍🏻 Lori Degman @loridegman.bsky.social
🎨 Deborah Zemke
2014, Creston Books

A farm
Rooster vacations beach-side
The farmer: Zzz
Farm animals try to . . .
well . . .
cock-a-doodle (oopsie)

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#rhyme

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With accidents rising, here are 7 clever and kind ways people took their parents' car keys "We asked his doctor to officially declare him as unfit to drive so he heard it from someone else."

With #accidents rising, here are 7 clever and #kind ways people took their #parents’ #carkeys

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Learn How to Raise Genius Kids Discover Proven Strategies for Raising Happy, Confident, and Resilient Kids.

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What Happens on National Offer Day? What to Do Next What happens on National Offer Day? Learn how school offers work, what to do next, how waiting lists and appeals work, and how to make the right decisions quickly.

National Offer Day can bring relief, questions, or both. This guide explains how school offers work, what to do next, and how waiting lists and appeals work so families can make informed decisions quickly.

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Learn How to Raise Genius Kids.

Discover Proven Strategies for Raising Happy, Confident, and Resilient Kids.
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A #Poem that I love and has helped me but I now no longer agree with the final line....I still dont want kids but others should...but it teaches us to see in 4 Dimensions .......We may not know what our parents went through but we can black box that.. #MentalHealth #Parents #Healing #VentureBros

Omg fully 1/10 of my YouTube algo is maritime disasters, & I was racking my brains trying to figure out who it is I know who loves maritime disasters in a reminiscent way, it was someone I know well…

It’s my terrible mother that I haven’t spoken to in 12y.

And isn’t that just typical? 😑

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BRAVE AS A MOUSE
✍🏻 & 🎨 Nicolò Caozzi
2021, Random House Studio

Playful friends: a mouse & a goldfish
Enter: 3 cats . . . Yikes!
Plan A: Zzz
Plan B: Mice & a teacup
. . .

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#fatherhood is a gamble and I'm risk-averse. I wish I knew how #parents can love someone they can't stand.

If you're in Surrey, BC, check out Rose Show Canada. It's a comedy competition with a twist and it's always a fun time!

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Why Kids Take Forever To Reply 😂

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"Five Nights at Epstein's" video game sweeps US classrooms An online game involving players attempting to "survive" on Jeffrey Epstein's island has been spreading online.

‘Five Nights at Epstein’s’ Video Game Sweeps US Classrooms - Newsweek
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Do #socialmedia DESERVE big hurt? YES

Would this harm be so bad & common if #parents did the right simplest thing in the links?

NO. Never forget it

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Also, worry more for #AI now

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Phils’ Bohm accuses parents of siphoning money Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm has sued his parents for millions of dollars, alleging they moved large amounts of his money into financial accounts they managed for him and then…

Phils’ Bohm accuses parents of siphoning money

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Republicans bus in ‘lesbian Democrats’ to support Ohio bill protecting parents who reject their trans children Wednesday's hearing featured the claim that gender-affirming care is "homosexual conversion therapy."

#Republicans bus in ‘ #lesbian #Democrats’ to support #Ohio bill protecting #parents who reject their #trans #children

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Calling all #Educators #Teachers #Students #Caregivers #Parents
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