When my first son became a toddler and started to play “make-believe” I realised how easy it was to use the language of virtues when playing with him. In my series Getting Started: Raising Kids with Character I am exploring some of the initial questions I had when beginning to incorporate character education into our family life plus questions I now hear from… {read more}
Review: Talking with Trees – Character Education Resources
One of the best things about starting this blog just over two years ago has been connecting with other people around the world who also have a passion for helping kids build character. So many parents and educators have developed awesome materials – stories, activities, games, music, and more – to teach kids about positive character traits… {read more}
How to Teach Joyfulness to Young Children
I think it is so wonderful and empowering to remember that joyfulness is a virtue… we can actively choose to be joyful and practice joyfulness even when there are challenges we’re facing during our day. This is, of course, much easier said than done. When you are running late and everyone is still getting dressed,… {read more}
Review: Body Safety Education Resources
A few months ago I saw a link posted by a high school friend on Facebook saying that she couldn’t believe she went to school with the girl in the article, which was about someone being charged for sexually assaulting kids while babysitting. I nearly skimmed over the link thinking, “I could not have possibly… {read more}
{Rosie & Blue} Blue tells some jokes – Learning about kindness
Rosie is sick and Blue wants to help, so he decides to tell some jokes to cheer her up. Watch the latest episode of Rosie & Blue called “Blue tells some jokes” here: Virtue featured: Kindness is being considerate and generous to someone. When we are kind, we look for ways to help other people and make them happy. Discussion questions:… {read more}
Year of Travel: Campervan, Caravan or Tent?
A few months ago my husband and I decided that once his current job contract ends in February 2016, we’re going to pack up and travel for a year. There are many reasons why we want to do this, but one of the big ones is so that we can simplify our life and help our… {read more}
Review: Natural Rewards Idea Box
A while back I wrote about how we are trying to raise children who want to contribute to the household and make good decisions because they want to… not only because we told them to or because they want a reward. When the kids grow up, I hope they will have learned that helping others makes them feel… {read more}
{Rosie & Blue} Rosie makes muffins – Learning about patience
Rosie is making muffins but Blue is really hungry right now! They discuss what to do when you feel impatient. Watch the latest episode of Rosie & Blue called “Rosie makes muffins” here:
