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Mediocrity, an Ugly One-Eyed Monster

When do we initiate greatness, when are we cognizant of our children’s potentials. Do we dismiss the look in their eyes of childhood fantasies or capitalize on that enthusiasm? Would we give our young people (teens) the opportunity to explore within the confines of positive environments in order to exercise their abilities and curiosity? The energy and the desire to venture is not new to young adults. Remember when we talked about cross country road trips, smoky mountain hikes, ski trips or backpacking through Europe? She was only seven at the time, when a missionary came to her school. He talked about the beauties of Africa, but shared the desperation and need of the downtrodden. He spoke of the feedings and clothing of the less fortunate and the liberty of the captives through the power of God. She sat wide-eyed and mystified. “I will go to Africa when I get the chance", she said.

First Time I saw My Daughter Cry During A Movie

Today was a half-day of school for my daughter where she had to be picked up at noon. I was lucky enough to be able to take the day off and hang out with her. We had a good day and capped the night off by watching a movie based on a book she loves, "Ramona and Beezus". She loved the movie and loved to tell me what was in the book and what wasn't. But then came the part where Ramona's beloved cat dies, and quietly at first, I started to hear my daughter cry.

Fostering the Love of Reading - Part 2

Guest post written by Jomary Schulz, 3 rd grade public school teacher Fostering the Love of Reading is a 5 part series posted on Mondays, it began on November 5, 2012. Part 2 – Toddlers - 1-3yrs old A toddler is an exploring vessel. They learn using all of their 5 senses. Why not continue to foster the love of reading in a toddler by embracing how they learn. All children are like little sponges, but from the early age of 1 year old, they are ready to soak up anything and everything around them. Knowing how important reading will be in the future for a child, we can begin to imbed great reading practices into their daily lives. Children at this age love to play, and they need to know that reading is also a way of having fun. Begin by putting their books next to or in with their toys. Separating books only gives a child the idea that reading should be done at certain times. Having books in with their toys, allows a child to pick them up, touch them, and interact ...