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Activity to Teach Children about Physical Differences

Activity to Teach Children about Physical Differences

Some of my most embarrassing moments as a mother have been when my children have pointed out physical differences in others.  Whether it is noticing a limb missing or an injury from burns, young children are curious and do not realize the affect their words or questions may have on others. Each time a situation… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities, Home Activities Tagged With: Diversity Appreciation, Empathy

5 Printables To Teach Values

5 Printables To Teach Values

There are so many awesome and free printables created by Kid Bloggers around the web.  Many are focused on academics or fun, but can also be adapted to enhance character education.  In this post I am featuring five printable activities created by other bloggers which our family has enjoyed… with our own character building twist.

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities, Outdoor Activities Tagged With: Collection of Traits, cooperation, discipline, Obedience, optimism, 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

DIY Inspirational Collages

DIY Inspirational Collages

Last month my mom was in the hospital for a couple weeks for a surgery.  Because I live across the world (we are in Australia; whereas the rest of my family is in the USA) I unfortunately could not be there. I wanted, however, to do something that would cheer my mom up and let… {read more}

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

Teaching Kids To Care For Animals

Teaching Kids To Care For Animals

Last month I shared a simple activity where my son created a “habitat” for his favorite toy snake (see that post here) and since then I have been on the lookout for other hands-on activities we could do to learn more about caring for animals. So far we have mostly been reading books and watching… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities, Home Activities, Outdoor Activities Tagged With: Caring for Animals, Kindness

DIY Multicultural Banner: Help Kids Appreciate Diversity

DIY Multicultural Banner: Help Kids Appreciate Diversity

If you are looking for a way to instill love for the world into your children, you may like this simple idea of creating your own multicultural banner.  I shared how we made ours over at Kid World Citizen, one of my favorite websites for finding materials to teach kids about the world.  We are… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities Tagged With: Diversity Appreciation, Unity

10+ Ways To Use Emotion Cards To Help Your Child Develop Empathy

10+ Ways To Use Emotion Cards To Help Your Child Develop Empathy

I am very excited to kick off the five-part series: “How To Cultivate Empathy In Your Child’s Heart.”  Five bloggers have teamed together to post activities and ideas to help teach children about empathy.  The other four blogs participating in this series are listed at the end of this article – you are warmly invited… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities Tagged With: Empathy

A Simple Activity To Teach Kids About Gratitude

A Simple Activity To Teach Kids About Gratitude

Last week I shared a guest post at Fit Kids Clubhouse, and I would love for you to go and take a look! This little activity helped our family discuss the deeper purpose of gift-giving, and let us practice what it means to practice gratitude regardless of what you receive. Find the article here.  You… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities Tagged With: Gratitude

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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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