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Welcome to Week 43 of Mother 2 Mother’s Sunday’s Best Linkup. The foliage is slowly turning in my part of the world. I’m looking forward to seeing the leaves turn and the beautiful colors when fall puts on a show in the next few weeks. We’re starting or Lets Give Thanks theme this week. We’re looking for fall and Thanksgiving posts, crafts and decorating, recipes, photos with fall colors, and anything you would like to share surrounding the Thanksgiving holiday.
As parents we are responsible for building our children’s self-esteem. We have the ability to make or break our children. I grow up in an alcoholic home. Unfortunately, I remember being called names and hearing my mother call my dad names. I remember those times like yesterday. The memories and scars never leave. Today, I’m sharing parenting tips on building children’s self-esteem.
In most homes families look forward to weekends. In my home they were dreaded. The hell raising started on Thursdays so there would be an excuse for drinking the remainder of the weekend. I vowed that I would never subject my children to this kind of behavior and I didn’t.
Fortunately, I took my responsibility as a parent seriously. Because I was a single parent, it was doubly important that I ensure my child was well taken care of. I made sure she had a high sense of self worth. I worked hard to instill the following characteristics:
Confidence – First, instill confidence in your children. Also, help them believe in themselves and their abilities. And make sure they know they can count on you for whatever goes right or wrong. Demonstrating a positive attitude is a must too, and it’s a great way to build children’s self esteem.
Compliments – Well done, you look pretty, handsome, great job, and I’m proud of you are great compliments. Children should be praised often. It will stay with them.
Unconditional Love – Next, let your children know that you love them even when they make mistakes. It’s important that they know your love for them is unconditional. As a result, they will always be safe.
Encouragement – Most importantly, always encourage your children to work through fear. Always let them know that it’s okay when they fail. And encourage them to try again. Be their biggest fan and cheerleader.
Responsibility – Giving children chores and holding them accountable will help with their confidence.
Respect – Furthermore, teaching your children about respect is imperative. Having a high opinion of one’s self will help children have esteem for others.
Finally, fill your children’s self esteem bucket regularly. It will help define who they are as an adult; therefore, it will become a driving force in their success. Communicate, compliment and praise often. Success and failure is a normal part of life, and children need to know that both will be experienced throughout their life. Although they may get down at times, striving for healthy self-esteem should be the goal for all of our children. So, what can you add to the self-esteem bucket?
You may also like: Values Help Build Kid’s Self-Confidence.
Welcome to Week 42 of Mother 2 Mother’s Sunday’s Best Linkup. The foliage is slowly turning in my part of the world. I’m looking forward to seeing the leaves turn and the beautiful colors when fall puts on a show in the next few weeks. We’re still enjoying our Spooktacular theme this week. We’re looking for fall and Halloween posts, crafts and decorating, recipes, photos with fall colors, and anything you would like to share on the season.
Did you know that you can reuse gift bags from birthday, Christmas, baby showers and any other occasion. Today, I’m sharing ways to reuse gift bags. I have saved tons of gift bags, and reuse them regularly. As a matter of fact, I replaced most of my wrapping paper with gift bags years ago. They’re easy to use, colorful, and come in a variety of sizes. Usually, I purchase mine from the Dollar Tree. So, we can throw inexpensive too. Before you leave, check out my 8 Reasons to Use Gift Bags post.
1. Reuse the bag for another gift giving occasion. – I reuse my gifts bags for birthdays, Christmas, or just because. Make sure the bags are in good condition. Nobody want to receive a wrinkles or torn gift bag.
2. Donate to churches or other organizations that give gifts for Christmas or other occasions. – Many churches or organizations that donate Christmas gifts love to have Christmas or plan colored gift bags.
3. Use as a decorative piece for canning jars. Just cut out a piece of the bag in the shape of the center of the top and glue down. The jars can be filled with Christmas candy, party mix etc. Adds a nice decorative touch to the jar.
4. Use as gift tags or decorate scrapbook pages. – I cut squares or circles out of the bags and use them as gift tags.
5. Great for storing paper, dolls yarn etc. My granddaughter uses them to carry her dolls outside to play with the neighbors.
Try a few of our tips or come up with your own uses. Also, ask family and friends to start saving their gift bags for you. Having a few gift bags around for emergency gifting or when you’ve running short on time can be a life saver too
Welcome to Week 41 of Mother 2 Mother’s Sunday’s Best Linkup. Things have dried up and the sun is shining in my part of the world. I’m looking forward to seeing the leaves turn and the beautiful color fall put on a show. We’re still enjoying our Spooktacular theme this week. We’re looking for fall and Halloween posts, crafts and decorating, recipes, photos with fall colors, and anything you would like to share on the season.
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A TRIO OF T-REXES — An Apatosaurus named Arlo must face his fears—and three impressive T-Rexes—in Disney•Pixar’s “The Good Dinosaur.” Featuring the voices of AJ Buckley, Anna Paquin and Sam Elliott as the T-Rexes, “The Good Dinosaur” opens in theaters nationwide Nov. 25, 2015. ©2015 Disney•Pixar. All Rights Reserved.
“The Good Dinosaur” asks the question: What if the asteroid that forever changed life on Earth missed the planet completely and giant dinosaurs never became extinct? Pixar Animation Studios takes you on an epic journey into the world of dinosaurs where an Apatosaurus named Arlo makes an unlikely human friend. While traveling through a harsh and mysterious landscape, Arlo learns the power of confronting his fears and discovers what he is truly capable of.
Young children will be able to relate to Arlo. Arlo has been afraid of everything since he was born. He has two siblings, Libby and Buck. He was the runt of the three. Libby and Buck are successful on the farm, but Arlo’s timid nature causes him to have trouble adjusting to farm life.
Henry, Arlo’s father, tries to build up Arlo’s courage and gives him a task to help boost his confidence and self-esteem. He puts him in charge of guarding their silo. He helps Arlo set a trap. It catches a cave boy, but Arlo doesn’t have the heart to kill him. Instead he sets him free. Henry is disappointed in Arlo. He decides to take Arlo with him to catch the cave boy.
During their journey, Arlo and Henry get caught in a flash flood. Henry saves his son, but he is swept away and dies. After his father dies, Arlo finds alone. He becomes more responsible on the family farm. One day he spots the cave boy in the silo. He chases the cave boy, and they both fall into the river. This time Arlo is swept far away from his home. He must find the courage to face his fears and find his way home.
Save the date and head out to see the Good Dinosaur. Until than enjoy the Good Dinosaur activity pack. Print, color and enjoy. Print the activity sheets here.
Welcome to Week 40 of Mother 2 Mother’s Sunday’s Best Linkup. Thanks to Hurricane Joaquin, we’re getting lots of rain in my part of the world. It’s been raining for a week. I’m looking forward to sunshine and the beautiful colors of fall. We’re still enjoying our Spooktacular theme this week. We’re looking for fall and Halloween posts, fall crafts and decorating, recipes, photos with fall colors, and anything you would like to share on the season.
Today, I’m sharing parenting tips on outside scavenger hunt for kids. Fall is here, and it’s a perfect time to go on a nature hunt with the children. Leaves are changing colors, pumpkin patches have come to life, and corn mazes await you. Also, it’s a great way to get the children excited about Halloween. You can talk about customs, parties and treats. Lets not forget about football season, tailgating and delicious recipes for parties and family gatherings.
Additionally, it’s still warm enough for the children to go outside and play. So, a fall nature hunt is a great way to get together as a family, get some exercise and explore nature. Plan a day of hiking, walking the neighborhood or spending the day at your favorite park is the perfect place to play a nature hunt game. It can be a great opportunity for the children to ask questions and learn about nature.
If you decide to visit the park to find your nature hunt ideas, pack a lunch filled with our fall snack items ideas. You can enjoy each other’s company after the nature hunt. Talk about a funny moment that you encountered during your walk. You can also take pictures of the kids hunting for items or other scenic items that you find along the way.
Furthermore, you can drive away the neighborhood or town if it’s cold. The kids can still get out of the house and you can enjoy other in a nice warm vehicle.
While you’re walking and taking pictures look for the items on the Nature Hunt list. We’ve added different color leaves, pumpkins, a stick, acorn, pinecone and more. They’re all easy to find and common in all most areas across the country. If you need materials for a fall craft project, this would a great time for you to gather items as you walk along too. So, this can include fall leaves of various colors, acorns, pinecones and more.
Fall Nature Hunt Game
Finally, feel free to print our fall nature hunt ideas on cardstock. You can place the printables on a clipboard to make it easier for the kids to check off items. Download the Fall Nature Hunt Ideas Printable here. Also, you may also like: Road Trip Scavenger Hunt Game
.Praise, praise, praise your children when they eat a good portion of their meal. Children need and love encouragement in all areas of their life. When my grandchildren eat all of their meal, I shout “Happy Plate.” They giggle with joy. What tips do you use for your picky eater? We would love to hear from you.
Hi! I'm Rhonda. Mother of 1, grandmother of 2, master gardener, bird watcher, thrift shopper, traveler, and creator of kid's printable. Check out my printables, gardening and backyard bird tips, thrift finds, and travel advice. Creating on a budget is second nature. Grab a cup of coffee or a glass of wine and stay for a while. Thanks for stopping by.
