UNO FLIP TEN GAME Game Objective: Practice adding two numbers to make 10 with this game that is played like MEMORY with UNO cards. How to play: Line up UNO cards in four rows of five, only using the number cards 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, & 8. Set aside the remaining 2-8 cards to […]
YACKETY SMACK! Fun game for the mentoring hour
I LOVE when I find a game that makes kids laugh out loud! YACKETY SMACK, a game by Thinkfun, is one of those games that helps with learning and is fun at the same time. Kids will love recording noises and playing this game as they improve their memory and visual discrimination skills! Click on the
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“I can promise that I’ll always be your friend”
Miss Lydia has been meeting with Alaina for 3 years now. This week during their time together, Alaina said, “Miss Lydia, I wish that you were just a little bit younger.” “Why is that?” asked Miss Lydia. “Well, because sometimes when you get a little older, people die and I never want you to die”,
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I have a dream…
As you mentor your child this week, think about spending time talking side by side about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read some of his speech together, click on the link below to watch him, and then ask your child about their dreams. As he/she shares, write down their thoughts. Encourage your child to start every sentence with “I have a dream
Become an Everyday Hero
More than we adults ever realize, children feel unsteady and desperately want to grab hold of a reliable hand. No matter the circumstances, you can inject confidence and stability into a youngster’s life when they believe they can count on you. But count on you for what Focus on just four overlapping elements of
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Best Christmas Gift Ever
Miss Gladys and her mentee, Brody met for lunch one last time before Christmas Break. They were having such a great time, other students wanted to join in their conversation. One of Brody’s friends asked, “Is this your Grandmother?” Brody hung his head low and said, “No, but I sure wish she was my grandma.”
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Hope for Children
What is our hope for children? How can we give them hope? In order to help our children have hope, we have to think about what they need and our job in meeting those needs. Teachers, mentors, counselors, physicians, and families must commit every day to give children hope by actively working to meet their
Dr. Schwall’s Interview on ABC affiliate in Dallas/Fort Worth on the Tragedy in Connecticut
View and share video of Dr. Schwall’s interview on Dallas/Fort Worth’s ABC affiliate and his tips on talking to children about the tragic school shooting in Connecticut with parents, mentors, educators, and schools. E-mail or post this link on your school web site: www.coolkidschannel.com/home/tragedy_interview
Final Thoughts From a KHUSA Mentor
A longtime KIDS HOPE USA Mentor had a tough battle with cancer and when he realized he was not going to win his fight, he began jotting down thoughts for his family to discover after his death. On a small piece of paper Chris wrote, “I always felt I was doing a little bit of
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How to Talk to Children About the Tragedy in Connecticut, by Dr. Brad Schwall
Tragedy Talking Points, by Dr. Brad Schwall The following guidelines may help you in addressing the incident with your children based on the information currently known about the tragedy to this point. Avoid exposing children to too much media coverage. Avoid fostering rumors and speculation about the tragedy. Age and Stage Responses Preschool-2nd grade –
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