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Street drugs, Is that really what you think it is?
The catch phrase used to be “Just Say No” as children were taught to say no to drugs. However, if you’re a parent you understand that simply telling children not to do something is usually not very successful.
More importantly, it doesn’t truly teach children about the topic. The best place to begin is usually to teach yourself as a parent about the issue, and through your own knowledge and understanding, share what you know with your children.
Character Building
(Hint: It’s more than just a person in a story)
Picture your best friend. Maybe she wears glasses. Maybe he’s a great piano player. She keeps your secrets. He has two sisters. She lives at 82 Maplegrove. There are many qualities that make people unique, but which ones make up a person’s character?
What Is Character?
There’s a difference between character and a character. In a book, play, or movie, a character is anyone with personality. It could be a person, an animal, an object come to life, or even something imaginary.
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A Short-Lived Secret
Today, our third day at Camp Sewanee, my friend Rachel and I got up early so we could go help set up the dining hall. Well, mostly so that Rachel could get the Early Bird award for being the first one to come over and help. Rachel will try for any prize anyone offers. She'd missed her chance yesterday because she stopped to talk with Dwight.
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Study Guide on " What is an immigrant?" for elementary kids.
Immigration is a topic one could not avoid in the past few years, specially if you are living in the United States.
No matter what side of the political spectrum one is, it’s also a much-needed conversation.
Sadly enough, it’s also a conversation that too often leave kids out.
I published an educational booklet on immigration to let our young people in on the discussion.
