MOUSE Dice Game
To play this game you will need The goal of this game is to be the first to complete a Mouse. Each roll of the die enables a particular
Beach Ball Math
This is a fun way to practice some basic math facts! First, decide which function to practice- addition or multiplication- and a set of numerals to work with- 1 through 9 for younger children and larger numerals for older children. Write the numbers on small adhesive labels and place them on each section of the
Relationship Building Questions
Start your mentoring hour by asking your child questions that can’t be answered with a simple yes or no. Try writing these questions on index cards and let your child choose just one card a day to answer. It’s easy, but it will help you reconnect each week! 1. If you could arrive a school
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READING STRATEGY
Helping your child learn how to read is not easy, but it can be fun! Start by letting your child choose a book that they would like to read. Then, follow the INSPECT Strategy to get the most out of your reading time together… I- Introduce the cover (i.e. “This book has a picture of
A BUG and a WISH
Have you ever worked with a child who had a hard time telling you how he/she was feeling? This is a hard lesson for kids AND adults to learn! Sometimes it is just easier to kick someone instead of saying, “You hurt my feelings.” Or, it’s easier just to cry instead of saying, “I miss
Fun Math Game!
My kids have been busy this summer trying out new games that I have found in stores and online, and we have found some good ones that you will want to be sure to drop in your mentoring bag or in your KIDS HOPE USA closet this school year. What makes a game good for
Summer Vacation
Summer break…even at the age of 40 it is still as much fun as it was for me when I was a child growing up! There have been many visits to the lake, the pool, and to friends, which has given my family lots of quality time to just connect with each other. But, I
Feeling Love and Accepted
Here’s a great devotional taken from Today’s Daily Encounter. I hope this will encourage you and challenge you to continue looking for someone who needs love each day. Jesus said, ” A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” Most of my generation
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Baseball Cards
I am stealing this idea from a sweet young boy named Carson, so a special thanks goes out to my friend in Missouri! You can connect learning math skills with something that most boys are interested in…baseball cards! Simply buy a few packs of inexpensive cards and divide them between you and the child you
Summer Journal
Next week, I have to say goodbye for the summer to the little boy that I mentor. I don’t know about you, but I hate saying goodbye, especially since I do not know what his summer plans will include. Who will watch him during the day? What will he eat? Will he be back next