Power of One
I just had to share this song with everyone….it is a great reminder that ONE person can make a BIG difference! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlmOzJ4rGck&feature=PlayList&p=C085B263FC9BCD51&index=0
Planning for Summer
Before long, summer will be here and it will be time to say goodbye to your mentee until next school year. For some children, summer can be a boring time. Help your child make it through the summer months by creating list of things they can do. Here are a few suggestions: 1. Plant something
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Math about Me
On a 11 X8 sheet of white paper write the words, “Math About Me!” Then help your child brainstorm examples of personal facts that can be related to math, such as: birthdate height weight age grade address number of family members shoe size daily living facts- wake up times, number of tvs in house, rooms
READING TIPS
QUICK TIPS FOR MENTORS WHO ARE HELPING ELEMENTARY CHILDREN LEARN TO READ: 1. Ask the teacher or school librarian to suggest age appropriate reading materials. 2. Know your student and select content that connects to his or her interests and experiences. 3. Preview the reading material and anticipate open-ended questions you can ask to spark
Bird Feeder Craft
Celebrate Spring AND give your kids a chance to help the birds with this project…. Empty quart sized cardboard milk carton Scissors String or cord Hole punch or pencil Bird seed How to make it: Help you child cut a hole in the bird feeder – it should be big enough so a bird could
Time Capsule
Recycle an old oatmeal tub and fill a time capsule together that will give you a chance to reflect on your relationship years later. You can even decorate the capsule together and plan on when you will remove it from its location. One year…two years….graduation? Decide together! Here are some items that can be included,
Thank you, Mentors!
Here are two quotes to remind you about the difference you can make in the life of a child when you become their mentor… ” I have a chance to change the world every time I touch the life of a child- in whatver way, no matter how small.” “Long after they forget what you
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Tag….you’re it!
I imagine that everyone knows the simple game of TAG. You probably even played it during recess when you were a kid! I remember playing tag…..I would get so scared when I was being chased that many times I would just sit down and say, “Time out!” Well, it’s a twist on tag that may
Story plus Snack equals YUMMY!!
Read and share a snack together for a tasty treat! Choose a book from the libray that is about food. Your librarian should be able to help you find some or try the ones I mention in this post. Then, read the book together with your child and talk about the snack ideas that are
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Stressed Out Kids
Here is a link to a great article I found about kids today. I think after reading this you may understand why your child sometimes struggles in school. I would love to hear your feedback after reading it! http://www.childrensministry.com/article.asp?ID=2116