Here are some tips for keeping kids safe while on their electronics this holiday session: Have kids treat other online people with respect Make sure they think before posting: Think, “Would I still post this if my parents could see it?” Tell them not to share photos or texts from others that put a person Read more about Keeping Kids Safe this Holiday Season[…]
Rest, Recharge, Relax You’ve done a lot being a parent and a teacher, take this time to relax and rejuvenate yourself. Try these activities during the holidays: canoeing kayaking nature walks fishing trip
Instead of giving things, give them time to do things they enjoy, like the following: dance lessons drama classes pottery lessons singing or cooking classes sewing workshops jewelry making classes candle or soap making classes roller skating rink or batting facility memberships If you do give gifts, personalize them. Give a shirt or mug with Read more about Giving Joy Instead of Things[…]
Are you frustrated with online public school? Do you wish there were other alternatives? Guess what?! There are. I will be happy to discuss school alternatives with you and to see which one works best for you and your family. No charge. My contact information is at the bottom of my website.
Think about giving. No, I’m not talking about giving your children more stuff. I’m talking about giving your children an opportunity to give. It will help them appreciate what they have and can even make them feel happier. Ways kids can give: Hand out boxes at a food distribution place Build a home garden Babysit Read more about Giving[…]
Here are some more Halloween ideas. I’ve added to this list that was sent earlier this month. Play Halloween movies and series such as Hocus Pocus, The Nightmare Before Christmas, E.T., Charlie Brown, Hotel Transylvania, Goosebumps, The Adams Family, Ghostbusters, Monster House, & Toy Story Terror Have a treasure hunt / scavenger hunt for candy Make home-made Read more about Halloween Ideas[…]
Dyslexia is something a child is born with. Parents, you are not to blame. Dyslexia is a language-based word reading deficit. Tips for Dealing with Dyslexia Try reading to your kid at a young age. Have the child use audiobooks while holding the actual book. Most public libraries have audio and downloadable books available for Read more about Dyslexia Awareness Month[…]
It’s important to stay safe, however we also want to celebrate the holidays so below are some alternative ways to celebrate Halloween this year. Play Halloween movies and series such as Hocus Pocus, The Nightmare Before Christmas, E.T., Charlie Brown, Hotel Transylvania, Goosebumps, The Adams Family, Ghostbusters, Monster House, & Toy Story Terror Have a treasure Read more about Halloween Alternatives[…]
Here are ways to stay in touch with family members you can’t see in person. Record yourself reading a story on Youtube and send the kids the book. Kids, buy a blank puzzle piece at the arts and crafts store and draw something on it and send it to the adult to put together. Play Read more about Staying Connected with Loved Ones[…]
Want stories read to your children? Then click on the links below. How I Became a Pirate by Melinda Long & David Shannon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7d-bHU9IIo More stories https://www.youtube.com/user/stepup4students/videos