GIVE YOUR STUDENTS THE TOOLS TO HELP THEM BE A STEP AHEAD!!!
"For obese children, change is to slow"
"1 in 5 children are going to be obese by 2010"
"As wages go down, child obesity rises"
"How rude! The decline of American civilization, or at least its manners."
Society Needs to Learn Phone Etiquette
In today's world healthy eating has become a great concern with 30 of all teens overweight and 15% considered obese, we need to take a stand. Children are open to ideas if they are presented in a positive and interactive way.
"Sheila Rae is inspiring." Tammy - Cleveland, Ohio
I try to make an immediate connection with my audience. I start out by getting them involved in the process. We cheer for water! 8 students come forward and drink water with the audience cheers with all of their energy. When the 8 finish, I ask why we were cheering the answers vary and then I tell them that is what the body does every time we drink water. I have them hooked!
"Sheila Rae makes you laugh and learn." Amy - Westland, Michigan
Teach your students the "Pillars of Character"
Trustworthiness
Be honest • Do not deceive, cheat or steal • Be reliable — do what you say you will do • Have the courage to do the right thing • Build a good reputation • Be loyal — stand by your family, friends and country
Respect
Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule • Be tolerant of differences • Use good manners, not bad language • Be considerate of the feelings of others • Do not threaten, hit or hurt anyone • Deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements
Responsibility
Do what you are supposed to do • Persevere: keep on trying! • Always do your best • Use self-control • Be self-disciplined • Think before you act — consider the consequences • Be accountable for your choices
Fairness
Play by the rules • Take turns and share • Be open-minded; listen to others • Don’t take advantage of others • Don’t blame others
Caring
Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need
Citizenship
Do your share to make your school and community better • Cooperate • Get involved in community affairs • Stay informed; vote • Be a good neighbor • Obey laws and rules • Respect authority • Protect the environment
The following is from KidsDiscuss.com Parenting Newsletter Written by Jean Tracy, MSS
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Tips and Tools for Character Builders
Does your child buy friendships with candy, money, and gifts? Are you worried that she's being used? Would you like her to find a better way to make friends? Inside you'll find 3 parenting tips for making friends without buying them.
Social Skills for Kids ~ How to Stop Your Kids from Buying Friends
Recently, I received an email from a therapist, named Pat, who works with kids. She wrote, "One problem I would like to see addressed is when children try and win friends by giving them gifts." What a great topic! Below are some questions to ask and 3 parenting tips to share.
3 Helpful Parenting Questions:
I suggest that you sit down with your kids and ask these 3 questions to get them thinking.
"How could buying friendships with candy and gifts be an insult to you?"
"If friends like you because of your gifts, how good are their friendships?"
"Would you like to make real friends without buying them?"
If your child answers "Yes" to the third question, Pick out social skills to help your child make better friends. Practice one a week. Consider using the following social skills.
First Social Skill Parenting Tip - Act Happy and Say "Hi!
Tell your child, "Act happy and say, 'Hi,' when you see your friends. Your friends will feel special and so will you. Let's role play this social skill right now. Then practice this skill during the week and let me know the results."
Second Social Skill Parenting Tip - Repeat Friend's Words
Advise your child to "Repeat what your friends say in your own words. This will show you really listened. Your friend will love your attention. Let's make up some typical situations and role play this skill. Then practice it with other kids this week and tell me the results."
Third Social Skill Parenting Tip - Smile When Talking
Remind your child to "Smile when you talk. Smiling helps you look friendly. Smiles show that you like your friends. Smiles relax you inside and give you a happy feeling. Let's pretend I'm one of your friends and let's practice smiling while we talk. Next, practice this skill with your friends and let me know the results."
Thank you, Pat, for offering this topic. I hope this helps many parents who want their kids to make true friends.
Social Skill Conclusion:
Many kids don't know how to make friends. They may be shy, bully other kids, brag, or just feel awkward. As the parent, you have the opportunity to coach them. If you do, you'll be giving them an important skill for life. You'll be building character too.
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6 Pillars of Character
Are your student's well behaved or do you have bullies? This program focuses on the "WHEN I" Concept of manners. W= Your Welcome
H= How are you?
E= Excuse Me
N= No Thank You
I = May I help you?
Students learn that manners are not just rules. Manners are actually respect to themselves and others. One of the first things Sheila Rae has them do is stand up and start making small circles. She explains to only make one full circle and then stop. Then she directs them to make a little bigger circle, as the circle gets bigger they start bumping into each other. Sheila quickly brings the group back together and has them sit down. She asks them a series of questions about if they were all cars and there were no rules - what would happen?WHY SCHOOLS? Etiquette should be a part of everyday living. Schools are the perfect setting because we teach our children how to act toward each other. Manners are on the decline in our country with less people worry about what their neighbors feel or how others will react. Learning to write is a task we spend years on in school. It begins with letter formation and ends with an accomplished writer that can produce materials that can get their point across. The fact is not everyone is a great writer but that is okay if the student understands the principle of good writing.This is a great program for anyone who has ever dreamed of writing a book or would like to inspire his or her child to become a published author. Sheila Rae's takes the audience through the process her daughter experienced in writing her first book. People walk away feeling inspired and motivated to write a book. The program reinforces "webbing" thoughts and adds new twists to help students get their thoughts and ideas flowing onto the paper.
