How can we teach the children that we mentor to walk or run away from trouble? Here’s a science experiment that might just stick in their mind the next time they are faced with a choice to obey or not to obey…. 1. Gather supplies: small bowl of water, pepper, liquid dishwashing detergent, toothpick 2. […]
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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
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
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
As you wrap up your mentoring for this school year, here’s an idea that you can use and then send home with your child. Try making playdough with your child…you’ll have fun making it AND playing with it! There are MANY different recipes that you can try….edible and nonedible. You can find one that you
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