Talking to Tweens about Friendship? An important part of pre-teen and teen development is the process of finding new friends and relationships which are friendly. As a parent you should talk to your teen about how to become a good friend and the nuances of a healthy relationship. They should be able understand that friendship is a close connection with another person that helps one to feel valued and cared for. We do understand that an outgoing teenager can be friends with everyone and approaches every social situation with reasonable ease. But there are also awkward and insecure teenagers who have to struggle a lot to connect with people and becomes a bit withdrawn when a friendship crashes. Talking to Tweens about Friendship It does seem that children find it easy to make friends when they are young. This is because when kids are little the majority of the friendships are managed by adults. They do learn to play with peers in their childhood but developing independent and … [Read more...]
Nim’s Island Study Unit and Island in a Jar Craft Idea
The children’s book Nim’s Island by Wendy Orr takes the reader on an adventure that isn’t soon to be forgotten! In this story a young child named Nim lives on a beautiful, exotic island with her marine biologist father and lots of colorful creatures. When Nim’s father goes missing, she turns to a friend named Alex, really a recluse named Alexandria for help. The story takes the reader on an adventure that focuses on trust, team work, and celebrating who you are! Dive into Nim’s Island by Wendy Orr, then give this island in a jar craft idea a try to help further your enjoyment and understanding of the text! Nim’s Island Study Unit and Island in a Jar Craft Idea Supplies needed: - clear mason jar- craft sand- assorted sea shells- stick- green craft paper or crafting felt- scrap paper- twine Directions:1. Begin by filling a clean mason jar about ¼ of the way full of sand. 2. Add in your sea shells of choice. You can use store bought (found at most craft and … [Read more...]
How to Make Black Hole Donuts
Black Holes are a classic STEM enigma. We love to think of them as empty space, but they actually have mass! A black hole is a region of spacetime exhibiting gravitational acceleration so strong that nothing—no particles or even electromagnetic radiation such as light—can escape from it. The theory of general relativity predicts that a sufficiently compact mass can deform spacetime to form a black hole. So what could be a more fun way to learn about them than making black hole donuts? Playing off of that, we have whipped up Black Hole Donuts that you can make with your kiddo and then enjoy together! We have talked before about how awesome it is to cook with kids, and all of the lessons that they can learn in the kitchen, so this is a great "lesson. How to Make Black Hole Donuts You will need: Instructions Other donut recipes you may like: … [Read more...]
Black Panther Unit Study Lesson Plan
With the movie Black Panther Two just around the corner, I figure it is a great time for this Black Panther Unit Study Lesson Plan! In Disney’s Black Panther, we learn about a young man named T’Challa who inherits the fictitious country of Wakanda after the death of his father. Young and still learning the ropes of being a leader, he must face Killmonger, a rival who would like to overthrow him and reclaim his power after being exiled. Black Panther Unit Study Lesson Plan The Black Panther movie carries many themes that will resonate with children of all ages, but one of the greatest values of this film is that is shows children black superheroes, something we have not seen much of in television and film. And while Wakanda is a fictional place described through beautiful storytelling, it still is an amazing example of a utopia that heroes can create. Knowing this, why not use some inspiration from Black Panther to talk about African American heroes in our own … [Read more...]
Talking to Tweens About Social Media Use
Talking to Tweens About Social Media Use? You may not like it, but while you are reading this article, chances are your kid is obsessing over Instagram. If you ever thought that speaking to a child about social media is not required until he/she reach teenage years, then you need to think again. Although kids less than 13 years of age are not technically allowed to use the popular social media sites like Instagram, there are many kids who are working around the system. There are quite a large number of children who are using fake birthdays and email addresses of their parents to open accounts on popular social media sites. There is a very disturbing trend that has come to light in recent years - children nowadays converse more on topics like who posted what and when on Facebook. This is indeed scary! There is no doubt about the good side of social media, as it plays a huge role in inspiring kids to celebrate the achievements of others. But parents should also be aware of the … [Read more...]
Harry Potter Study Unit and Hedwig Owl Craft for Kids
The world of Harry Potter is a magic, mythical, and creative one that has wowed readers for the last decade! J.K. Rowling, when writing Harry Potter, has created a timeless tale of what can happen when children work together and work against evil. Harry Potter Study Unit and Hedwig Owl Craft for Kids To start, try making this Hedwig Owl Craft for kids. Hedwig is one of the most cherished characters in the Harry Potter series, and it is no wonder! See below on how to get started. Hedwig Owl Craft for Kids Supplies needed:- white, yellow, and black craft paper- Scissors- Craft glue- wood craft stick- black marker Directions:1. Begin by cutting out a circle from your white craft paper. Fold the circle in half and glue closed.2. Cut out the facial features of your Hedwig owl. This includes two half-moon yellow shapes as well as small black circles for the eyes, and a black diamond shape for the nose.3. Start gluing the facial features in place. Add a small dab of glue to the back of … [Read more...]
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