This summer replace screen time with something else. Instead of watching a movie with the family, have the family read a book together. Instead of being on social media for 15 minutes, spend those 15 minutes doing yoga. It can be little changes like this that can make a big difference. Here are some other Read more about Less Screen Time[…]
Ways to Celebrate Earth Day, April 22 Turn off the water when brushing your teeth Recycle Use fans more Turn off the lights when leaving a room Start planting (Now is a good time to plant watermelons, corn, strawberries and peanuts) Use rags instead of paper towels Use reusable water bottles (I find stainless steel Read more about Earth Day[…]
It’s not only important to teach kids sympathy toward others, but it’s important to teach them empathy as well. Here is how you can start. Teach them how to listen when others are speaking. Talk about less fortunate children and come up with ways to give back. Find and discuss commonalities with children from different Read more about Teaching Empathy[…]
With all the colds and flu going around, it doesn’t hurt to haveyour own bottle of cold and flu remedy. This recipe is for elderberry syrup. It contains lots of vitaminsand supports the immune system. You can take it when you are sickor prophylactically. This is my own recipe I created from onlinerecipes and trial Read more about Cold & Flu Season[…]
Here are some ideas to do during the holidays: watch high quality media and educational programs together, teach them to do chores, eat healthy meals together, have a family game night, read to or with your kids or go for a family walk after dinner. Here are some common activities or hobbies: camping, coin collecting Read more about During the Holidays[…]
Holiday Gifts Ideas:LegosButterfly GardenAnt Farm Educational books:Little Orphan AnnieLittle WomenDork DiariesHarry PotterPercy Jackson and the Olympians
Some of the best gifts don’t come wrapped up. Here are some memorable ideas for this holiday season: Instead of buying lots of presents, be PRESENT. Spend time cooking in the kitchen with the family or go visit a park together. Go look at holiday lights. This could be in your neighborhood, at the Holiday Read more about Presents vs Present[…]
Make a list of things you are grateful for Donate to charity Volunteer your time Invite someone less fortunate to dinner Collect toys to donate to a toy drive Draw pictures for seniors and take them to anassisted living center The kids can also practice giving by having themhelp with prep and clean-up for Thanksgiving.
Undue AttentionSpoken: I belong when you pay constant attention to me and/or give me special service.Unspoken: “Notice me. Involve me usefully.” Misguided PowerOutward behavior: I belong only when I am the boss, or at least do not let you boss me.Unspoken: “Let me help. Give me choices.” RevengeOutward behavior: I don’t belong and that hurts; Read more about Misbehavior Clues[…]
It can be difficult for students to remember when to use the long vowel of a letter. To help, try to teach them to say, “When two vowels go walking, the first one does the talking.” Meaning when you see two vowels in a word, the first one says its name. For example, kite is Read more about Long Vowels[…]