Image via Freepik The Chalk Dust Doesn’t Settle: Self-Care and Survival for Today’s Teachers It sneaks up on you somewhere between your third cup of lukewarm coffee and the twenty-second “Miss, can I go to the bathroom?” of the day. That hollow hum of burnout, like a radiator clanking in a quiet apartment, gradually becoming part of the background noise until it’s impossible to ignore. If you’re a teacher—especially in today’s post-pandemic, understaffed, over-tested…
Cultivate Confidence in Your Little Ones With These Simple Strategies Guest post by Paige Johnson @LearnFit.org Guiding your child to become a confident individual and encouraging them to discover their unique place in the world is paramount as a parent, but it can be challenging to know where to begin. It involves teaching them to navigate challenges with resilience and exploring new horizons with enthusiasm. This journey equips them with the courage to embrace their individuality and face life’s adventures. In this article, we’ll go over several simple things you can do to boost your child’s confidence and…
Well most of the kiddos have probably gone back to school as of this week. I had planned to post this in August… but well… that thing called life threw a curveball into my schedule. This was an interesting statistic: The Benefits of Life-Long Learning: A study by Pew Research found that 73% of adults consider themselves lifelong learners, and those who engage in continuous learning report higher satisfaction in their personal and professional lives. Back-to-School Checklist for Healthy Kids: 15 Tips to Prepare (carecredit.com) https://www.carecredit.com/well-u/health-wellness/back-to-school-checklist-for-healthy-kids Planning for Back to School time I don’t know about how it is going for you, but…
Guest post by Amanda Henderson of safechildren.info Image via Pexels How to Strike a Perfect Balance Between Family and Work Striking a perfect balance between family and work life is hard, especially if you’re working full-time and you feel like your family is only getting the leftover portion of your day. This can lead to all sorts of feelings of guilt and feeling that you might not be able to connect with your child properly. But then you can’t neglect your work either because you have to put food on the table. From Seeking Serenity and Harmony, this article can…
Last Day of School Celebrations End-of-School-Year Poems Read some of these end-of-school-year poems on the classroom poems website. Help your kiddo write their own last day of school poem for their scrapbook if they feel inspired. Read Oh the Places You’ll Go Take a Last Day Photo Send a surprise last-day note in a snack or lunch bag Do some car art for up line Break the paper Banner across the door saying Hello Summer Make signs to welcome summer with some Balloons Host an afterschool party or special family dinner Make Hand Art and compare it to previous years’…
Emotion Explorers Roundup: Navigating Feelings with Kids Emotions can be like peeling an onion. Layers and layers, especially if the person has had a lot of trauma or adverse experiences in their lives. The things I know now that I did not know when I was a parent amaze me. I mean, I wish I had known it all then. But before I go down that rabbit hole, I am giving you a round-up of resources and ideas for exploring feelings with kids and teaching kids how to express their emotions healthily. As I wrote in my 2021 article…
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Here Comes Summer: Let’s Plan It’s time for a tough choice! Would you rather revisit your favorite spot again and again or explore somewhere new each time? Share your preferences, and let’s see where the adventure takes us! ✈️ #ExploreVsRepeat #TravelChoices #AdventureAwaits Its that time of year, school is getting close to being over, 15-mom-survival-tips-for-that-last-month-of-school Use this template at the end of the school year for your child…
Summer Break Sanity Saver Lists 17 Tips For Planning Your Summer Break Here are 17 fun activities to do with your kids during the summer: Visit a Local Park: Spend a day outdoors enjoying playgrounds, nature trails, and picnic areas. Have a Beach Day: Pack sunscreen, towels, and snacks for a day of sun, sand, and swimming at the beach. Go Camping: Whether in your backyard or at a nearby campground, camping is a fun way to bond with your kids and enjoy the outdoors. Visit a Zoo or Aquarium: Explore the wonders of wildlife by visiting a local zoo…
Nurturing the Hidden Wounds: Understanding and Addressing Children’s Mental Health [lwptoc] Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Let Not The Children Suffer Jesus Blesses The Children …. The Bible verse that says “Suffer the little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven” Matthew 19:14 (KJV) The first thing that comes to mind when I hear the word “suffer” is there seems to be…
