Helpful Homework Tips
Kids are more successful in school when parents take an active interest in their homework. Parents can be supportive by demonstrating study or organizational skills and encouraging kids in other ways. Here are some suggestions: Know the teachers and what they are looking for. Attend parent-teacher conferences and ask about their homework policies. Set up a homework friendly area. Make sure kids have a well-lit area to complete homework. Keep supplies within reach. Schedule a regular study time with breaks. (A 15 minute break every hour if...
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January is almost over, is your New Year off to a good start? It is never too late to begin good habits, especially since you are setting the example for your children. Here are some common bad habits—why not make a change for the good? Not Working Out Some kind of physical activity can get the blood flowing and the brain chemicals sizzling. Exercise is also proven to make you a happier person. Eating Poorly Our hectic lifestyle causes us to reach for processed foods and sugary snacks. Try portion control, keeping your meats 90 percent or...
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As we prepare for a New Year, it is an excellent time to share the hope we have in Christ. Our children need to know that hope can never be taken away in the future. “There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.” Proverbs 23:18 Kids are beings of the here and now. The closest they come to planning for the future is what to do next Saturday. Boys and girls are often frightened of the unknown, and when their feelings become filled with doubt, they need to remember that God has things under control. The best way...
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Each New Year we look for new beginnings. Here are three simple steps to make 2013 a great year in the life of your family. Celebrate That is right, celebrate! Think back over the past twelve months and thank God for the victories your family has experienced. Evaluate Have each family member answer these questions. What did I learn last year? What went well? What can I do better? Focus Busyness kills focus. Discuss ways to eliminate clutter in your life, and then identify five top priorities for...
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Make a tradition of sharing holiday stories. There are so many Christmas books in the Christian bookstores. In our family, I try to find one each year and read it to the whole group. We play games or coordinate a gift to go along with the book. Here are the books and ideas: The Legend of the Candy Cane by James Griffin We played candy cane games such as licking a candy cane to see who could get it the smallest in a certain amount of time. Funny! The Legend of the Christmas Stocking by Lori Walburg Each person received a stocking with their...
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What will make this Christmas memorable? The little things help define your family’s sense of identity and create traditions that will be passed on through the years. Slow down and make memories with those you love most! Reminisce with Pictures or Videos -Get out the pictures of past holidays and reminisce. Of course, popcorn is a must. Group Baking- Prepare a meal with the whole family. Gather easy recipes and give everyone a part in the process. You may discover a chef in midst. Game Night- Google “Minute to Win It” games and select several...
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What does Thanksgiving mean for your family? Football games, lots of food and Grandma’s house? This year begin a new tradition with an old story told about the Pilgrims. It was very cold that first winter and there was little food. Some days they only had five kernels of corn to eat. Soon their crops began to grow and they had plenty. Every Thanksgiving thereafter, the Pilgrims placed five kernels of corn beside their plate to remind them of their blessings. The five kernels represented: The beauty of God’s creation, especially in the fall...
read moreThe Golen Rule For School
Fall is here and school is in full swing. Have you already heard these comments? “Mom they won’t play with me” or “That kid is so mean.” It is hard to get along with others, especially when others are not very nice! Remember the Golden Rule? “So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you.” Wow, teaching our children to put love into action when others do not deserve it is an awesome task. Our job as Christians is to leave the world a better place just by being here. God wants us to spread a little love as we go about our...
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Any kid knows about Knock-Knock jokes. They have been around forever and most of them are not even funny! Well, did you know that October 31st is National Knock-Knock Day? Now that sounds like fun. Fun is one of the first words you should think of to describe your family. You should have fun together. Laughter should fill your home. In today’s world that will not happen unless God is the center of your household. Invite Him to be the focus and then the joy will flow! Now, to find those jokes, go to www.jokesbykids.com. Here’s one for you:...
read moreInvaluable Benefits for Your Child
What if I told you there was a well-researched and statistically proven program that can: increase the average life expectancy of your children by 8 years? significantly reduce their use and risk from Alcohol, Tobacco and Drugs? dramatically lower their risk of suicide? help them rebound from depression 70% faster? dramatically reduce their risk for committing a crime? improve their attitude at school and increase their school participation? improve their performance in college and lessen problems with college-age substance abuse? reduce...
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