Photo Tuesday: Imagination
Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try!- Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Thinks You Can Think!
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Tuesday, August 31, 2010
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Monday, August 30, 2010
Pretend Play and Understanding Others
Pretend play in the preschool years is related to how well children understand other people. By actively engaging their imagination in this type of play, children are experiencing seeing things from another's perspective - What would the baby sister want? How does the superhero act? Why is the imaginary friend feeling that way? This is the same type of perspective-taking that is involved in empathy, or the ability to imagine what it is like to be in another person's position. Empathy is a required first step in learning to care about others...Friday, August 27, 2010
Weekend Fun Activity: Teach and Learn While Saying “Thanks”
This fun TOG will help you communicate better with your children by…
- Teaching them how happy you can feel by saying “thank you” and,
- Learning about what your children appreciate most
1. Paper and pen
2. One small jar per person
3. One Avery label per person
4. One Cork Board
It is a wonderful way to "raise happy and caring kids!" Check it out!
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Video Thursday: Thank you, Mommy
A little girl makes a video to thank her mother for all the everyday and special things...Share
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
A Gift to Yourself: Gratitude (with an app!)
One of the simplest ways to feel the joy of parenting or even just the joy of everyday life is by reminding yourself of the things that you are grateful for. Furthermore, writing about these things is one of the most powerful ways to anchor that feeling of happiness. Christine Carter, in her book Raising Happiness, describes a study where a group of people listed five things they were grateful for once a week for ten weeks. At the end of the study, participants "felt better about their lives as a whole and were more optimistic about their future."
There are a number of ways to track gratitude, from a simple blank journal to our current, more techno-savvy version: the iPhone app!...
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Jaela's review on "The Secret of Saying Thanks" by Douglas Wood
Here's a look at what Jaela Bernard, age 7, had to say!
Monday, August 23, 2010
The Secret of Saying Thanks, by Douglas Wood
"We don't give thanks because we are happy,we are happy because we give thanks."
In The Secret of Saying Thanks, Douglas Wood uses nature, home and family to inspire children to appreciate and give thanks.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Weekend Fun Activity: "I love you because..."
An activity for all ages, "I love you because..." is meant to encourage children and adults of all ages to express their love!
Tools Needed:
1. Paper (one sheet per person)
2. A pencil and a marker
3. A telephone
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Video Thursday: "LOVE" - This what kids have to say!
“The law of love could be best understood and learned through little children” -Mahatma Gandhi
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Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Parent TOG of the Week: The Five Love Languages of Children
Our Parent TOG pick for the week is "The Five Love Languages of Children" By Gary Chapman, Ph.D, and Ross Campbell, MD.
This book is a TOG that will introduce you to speaking your child's love language. While all of us parents know that love is the foundation of our relationship with our children, do we know which "Love Language" our child comprehends best?
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Monday, August 16, 2010
TOG of the Week: "I Love You So..." by Marianna Richmond
"I Love You So..." is a brilliant expression of a parents' unconditional love. Marianne Richmond does a fabulous job explaining one of the most tender of all feelings: the depth of a parent's love.Friday, August 13, 2010
Weekend Fun: "Pop"corn Activity!
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Watch this short and funny "HAPPINESS" video
Being happy is all about loving "everything" in your life. Take a minute and let's all learn from Jessica:Share
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Our Favorite Parent TOG, Raising Happiness by Christine Carter
This week, we would like to share a very special TOG with all of you :
In her book, Carter offers 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents. Her approach to parenting is simple and relaxed. She takes the edge off of parenting by emphasizing the importance of enjoyment, gratitude, and forgiveness rather than perfection and extreme discipline. She has a great sense of humor and a realistic, easy writing style.
If you could only currently invest in one parent TOG, we highly recommend that this be the one you choose. She has clear advice on how to train the habits that result in happiness and backs all of her suggestions with clear explanations of the scientific research.
If you could only currently invest in one parent TOG, we highly recommend that this be the one you choose. She has clear advice on how to train the habits that result in happiness and backs all of her suggestions with clear explanations of the scientific research.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Photo Tuesday: Children (and Parents!) are happiest when together!
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| “Each day of our lives we make deposits in the memory banks of our children.” -Charles R. Swindoll |
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Monday, August 9, 2010
When Are Children Happiest?
That's When I'm Happy, a picture book by Beth Shoshan is a TOG that reinforces, for both parent and child, the importance of the link between happiness and time spent together.Friday, August 6, 2010
Friday Fun: "Incredible You!" Activity
Today, we're focusing on teaching our children to embrace their greatness!
What we love about all of Dr. Wayne Dyer's children's books are their character building messages and the many engaging questions that you can discuss with your children. This allows children to explore their greatness and understand their strengths. It is also a wonderful way to encourage communication and set a strong foundation for open discussion between parents and their little ones!
Here is a fabulous example from Dr. Dyer's "Incredible You!: 10 Ways to Let Your Greatness Shine Through"
Take a peek...you'll enjoy it as much as your children will!
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Thursday, August 5, 2010
A Short Video: Little Acts of Kindness
In this week's featured book "Incredible You," one of the things that Dr. Wayne Dyer teaches children is "YOU ARE FILLED WITH LOVE."
"Reach inside and let that love out.
It will come back to you,
without a doubt."
Here is a wonderful 30 second video that sends a clear message of love. Your children will definitely enjoy this!
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Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Wednesday's Testimonial
"My daughter Kendall, age 5, enjoys reading and is thriving to learn. 'How Full is Your Bucket' and the Wayne Dyer series of children's books opened my eyes to some of the most important things that we need to teach our children. And at the same time made me more aware that they are learning from us. As a parent you want your child to grow up with a positive attitude, a kind heart, and a keen sense of what's right and wrong. These books not only teach our children, but reinforce to us as parents that our children's character is instilled at such a young age. It is up to us as parents to give our children the proper tools and guidance. Thank you, Tools Of Growth!"
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Photo Tuesday: No Excuses!
"Jaden really enjoyed reading 'No Excuses.'
Jaden's new saying around the house is 'GO FOR IT!'
Jaden learned excuses are just reasons for not dong something you should.
The book had a great message and we appreciate the lesson it taught Jaden.
Thanks!
Erin and E.B."
Monday, August 2, 2010
No Excuses! by Dr. Wayne Dyer
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