The excitement of a new school year is a life experience for children and parents. The children get to make new friends and see friends they missed during the summer. Parents get to enjoy the fun while thoughtfully setting the course. Remember that children love treats, but make sure to keep healthy treats on hand. And know that setting smart habits early on pay big dividends over and over in happiness and health for your children. Along those lines, here is an article with seven tips from Claire McCarthy of Harvard Health Publications.