Talking to Tweens About Bullying? It's been all over the news this year in middle schools and Junior high schools. Parent groups are forming, community-wide anti-bullying task forces, and more. Anti-bullying ordinances are being voted on by local governments, and school handbooks have been rewritten. Bullying is a very common problem that affects the youth of all age groups, and it can harm any student. Bullying is so dangerous that it affects the social and emotional well-being of a student, and even the overall physical health is affected. There is also a rise in the evidence that proves that bullying is somehow linked to sexual harassment and dating violence. Talking to Tweens about Bullying I know it is nothing new - bullying has been around for a long time, but here is the thing? When we were kids? There was no social media. The school yard bully was out of the picture for the 16 hours a day that we were at home with our family and friends. Now? Kids deal with it 24 … [Read more...]
Talking to Tweens About Makeup
Talking to Tweens about makeup? If your young daughter cannot check herself from observing the makeup aisle at the neighborhood drug store or the superstore then it is probably time to consider how you will talk to your tween daughter about the issue of makeup. Many companies manufacture makeup for girls; choosing a company is probably not a difficult task for you. But there are many things to consider and discuss before you allow your kid daughter to get introduced to the world of cosmetics. Talking to Tweens about Makeup Makeup and Tween Girls Most of the parents do not want their tween daughters to wear any makeup because they are afraid that their daughters will look much older and mature than they actually are and will unnecessarily attract attention that they might not be able to handle later on. Some of the mothers though want their daughters to wait till the time they can understand how to apply makeup properly and also take good care of their skin. The reasons may be many … [Read more...]
Nine Ways a Parent Can Encourage an Interest in Science
Children’s attitudes to education are formed through their parents’ attitudes to it. If education rather than entertainment is made a priority, then the activities you plan together as a family will be based around that. Children will study many subjects in school, including science. Parents can help give their children a head start by encouraging science-based activities. Check out our Nine Ways a Parent Can Encourage an Interest in Science. Nine Ways a Parent Can Encourage an Interest in Science 1. Tell Them Science Is Exciting Some parents steer away from science because they did badly in it at school, or feel they don’t know enough. Avoid saying negative things that might dampen their enthusiasm, like "I always hated science at school." Instead, treat it like a voyage of exploration for the whole family. 2. Visit Science and Natural History Museums Museums are a great place to start. After all, what kids don’t love dinosaurs? Some natural history museums have a … [Read more...]
6 Benefits of Having Kids In Sports
Have you been tossing around the idea of putting your kids into sports? Are you trying to determine if the time and money involved are actually worth it? Team and individual sports are a commitment, but one that can be hugely beneficial for your child or children. Keep reading to see the benefits of having kids in sports. Here are just 6 benefits of having kids in sports: Sports keep kids more active, therefore healthier! It is no secret that kids benefit from physical activity, and lets face it, there are a lot of ways for kids to not get the physical activity they need these days. It is way too easy to pop Netflix on or turn on one of the countless devices the kids have to entertain them. Keeping kids physically active helps to keep them in shape which means less health problems down the road. Sports teach kids how to win and how to lose! As much as we would like to sugarcoat life for our children, the fact remains that things don’t always go our … [Read more...]
6 Animals to Study In Kids Science Homeschool Class
This year, you can check out some great animals to study in kids science homeschool class. These are perfect for getting your kids excited about their education and really learning about a new or different animal. 6 Animals To Study In Kids Science Homeschool Class Elephants: These creatures are truly unique. Not only are there both African and Asian elephants, they have unique needs and ways of survival. They are often seen together in zoos, but you can easily talk about differences in them physically, as well as they way their families interact with each other. Elephants may be true giants in the animal kingdom, but overall they are very gentle creatures unless they feel threatened. Sharks: Since there are so many types of sharks, this is a great unit study. You can share about every type of shark, their habitats, habits and where they are located. You can talk about safety around sharks, what causes them to attack and their function in the sea. If you have a local zoo or … [Read more...]
7 Ways To Help Your Kids Transition To High School
As parents, guiding our children through life is the most important thing we can do. These ways to help your kids transition to high school can lessen everyone's burdens. They give you just what you need to make sure your kids are happy, healthy, and safely headed toward a successful high school education without the drama and struggles that often cause frustrations at this age. Open communication.Nothing will help them or you as much as good open communication. That means you have to be willing to listen without anger sometimes. Build a level of respect and open communication with them so they know that no matter what is happening, they can come to you for help. Encourage their strengths. If they excel in academics, sports or the arts, work with them so they will know you are proud of them and supportive of what they want to do with their future. Invest time and money into their growth in those things so they have something to feel confident about. Look for clubs, groups or … [Read more...]
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