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Teach Kids About Consent {Printable Conversation Cards}

Teach Kids About Consent {Printable Conversation Cards}

Summary: Resources and a free printable set of conversation cards to teach kids about consent. “But she’s just a baby!” My heart jumped inside my chest. Did I just hear that correctly? One of my children thought that it was okay to tease someone who could not talk back.  Because she was “just a baby.” Because… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, My Printables Tagged With: Respect

Review: A Recommended Storybook to Help Protect Children Against Sexual Abuse

Review: A Recommended Storybook to Help Protect Children Against Sexual Abuse

I know this is not a very comfortable topic to think about, or talk about, but I believe it is a very important one we cannot afford to ignore: protecting children against sexual abuse. When my sons were getting closer to an age when they would be visiting other children’s homes and spending time without… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Resources + Reviews Tagged With: assertiveness, Respect

10 Easy Character Building Activities for Toddlers

10 Easy Character Building Activities for Toddlers

Every parent knows how quickly toddlers pick things up.  They will copy most anything they see, the good and the not-so-good. Healthy habits can often be passed down by mere imitation.  However teaching toddlers the language of values and creating games around character building themes can help establish these character traits into every day work… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Home Activities Tagged With: Collection of Traits, Courage, Courtesy, Generosity, Gentleness, Gratitude, Kindness, Peacefulness, Respect, Responsibility, Service

4 Magazine Activities for Building Character

4 Magazine Activities for Building Character

If you are looking for a few simple activities that you can use to discuss positive character traits, here are four magazine activities that are easy and can be a lot of fun. Although I do not purchase magazines myself, I have collected quite a stack from free ones sent in the mail or given… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities Tagged With: Collection of Traits, Forgiveness, Friendliness, Idealism, Respect

Helping Children Recognize and Practice Kindness in Speech

Helping Children Recognize and Practice Kindness in Speech

As a parent, it can be surprising to see your child copy your behavior, mannerisms, and even word-for-word things you have said.  It is lovely when the things they repeat are good things (like “I’m happy to help!”), and alarming when those things which are not so good (“Stop. That. Right. Now”). When your child… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities Tagged With: Kindness, Respect

The Rain Game: Teaching Children Listening Skills

The Rain Game: Teaching Children Listening Skills

Listening is a skill.  We are born to listen (remember how beautifully babies stare up and listen to your voice?) however it seems as we grow up and more thoughts enter our heads, we have to learn to balance thinking and listening.  If you have ever tried to explain something to a child who only… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Group Activities Tagged With: Obedience, Respect

{Homemade Place-Mat Printable} Encourage Respectful Behavior At The Table

{Homemade Place-Mat Printable} Encourage Respectful Behavior At The Table

With small children who have a hard time sitting still or doing any activity for an extended period of time, meal times are constantly on my list of areas to work on.  In our case the biggest struggle is staying in your seat for the entire meal (or even three minutes in a row).  Whether… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities, My Printables Tagged With: Courtesy, Respect

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Chelsea Lee Smith is an author, certified parent educator, and mother of three children with a background in Communications and Counselling. She provides resources to parents and teachers who want to incorporate personal growth into everyday moments. Browse the shop and blog categories to find practical inspiration for family life including tips, activities, printable pages, and resource recommendations.

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