Stress can interfere with learning, and sadly, there are many children who deal with stress on a daily basis. Experts say EXCERCISE will help reduce stress in a child. As a mentor, how can you include exercise in your hour? If you have access to the gym at your school spend a few minutes in […]
Supplies: Bugle corn snacks, vanilla frosting, fruit-flavored rice cereal, and craft sticks Directions: Let the children use craft sticks to spread the frosting inside the bugles. Next, sprinkle the cereal inside. Discussion: Teach the children about cornucopias, or horns of plenty. Ask the children to share reasons that they are thankful. As you share why
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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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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
