54 Writing Prompts for Kids on Creativity and Inspiration

Writing Prompts for Kids on Creativity and Inspiration

TweetWriting Prompts on Creativity and Inspiration— When children are young, their imaginations run wild—unhindered by the experience and fear of embarrassment that develops as they grow older. During elementary school and middle school, many kids have trouble coming up with the same types of creative ideas that may have come naturally when they were younger. To [...]

Kids Summer Journaling

Journaling: A Great Summertime Activity for Kids

TweetJournaling: A Great Summertime Activity for Kids— Parents are always looking for great summertime activities that will keep their kids occupied and out of trouble. As summer gets well underway parents will sometimes scramble to sign up their kids for camps or various other summer programs. Many parents prefer that their children stay active with [...]

Parent and Kid Summer Journaling Activity

girl and boy with Journal Buddies

TweetParent and Kid Summer Journaling Activity— Concerned former youth worker and Youth Studies graduate promotes journal keeping in a way that helps parents and kids connect and that has a self-esteem building emphasis at the heart of the experience. Parent Kid Summer Journaling Activity A well loved kids journal, Journal Buddies, helps parents and kids [...]

Confidence and Self Esteem

Confidence and Self Esteem

TweetConfidence and Self Esteem: Four Tips for Parents and Caregivers Promoting confidence and self esteem in your child is one of the most important things you can do for his or her happiness and success. Children with higher levels of confidence and self esteem are more likely to be satisfied with their abilities and to [...]

55 Shared Journaling Ideas

Shared Journaling Prompts

TweetWriting Prompts for Sharing Journaling— Though parents often intend to spend quality time connecting with their kids, it’s easy to get side-tracked by life’s many distractions and responsibilities. However, by scheduling time and activities to share together, you can foster connection and promote a greater sense of self-worth in your child. Many parents use shared [...]

Shared Journaling Benefits

Shared Journaling

Tweet Shared Journaling— Between hectic schedules and the distraction of electronic communication, parents and kids sometimes have trouble finding the time to connect. However, the relationship you share with your child is one of the most important relationships you’ll ever have, and it deserves nurturing. Shared journaling is one of the best ways to care [...]

Tips for Creative Writing

Girl Writing In Note Book

TweetTips for Creative Writing — Though creative writing might seem like a vague, nebulous term that encompasses a wide range of work, it is also an outlet for emotion and a way for writers to pass along the truths they’ve learned to others. Authors become more aware of their own thoughts and identities through the [...]

Fun Activities for Kids: Education and Play Combined

Fun Activities for Children

TweetFun Activities for Kids— It is important for children to enjoy their childhood and their education and one fabulous way to do this is to help them engage in fun activities. Children need and deserve to have fun and be educated at the same time, without compromising the quality of each activity. Most children tend [...]

52 Writing Prompts — National Stress Free Family Holiday Month

Writing Prompts Holiday Stress Free

TweetWriting Prompts: National Stress Free  Family Holiday Month— Between baking, shopping, and decorating, the holidays are a hectic time for many families. Though most of these responsibilities might fall to parents, kids often still feel the stress. Unfortunately, when people feel pressured, they can lose sight of the true meaning of the season. With these [...]

Boy Diary Builds Self Esteem and Bolsters Kids Confidence

Boys Diary

TweetBoy Diary Builds Self Esteem and Bolsters a Kid’s Confidence FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE— Little Falls, MN, November 16, 2011: Today’s children are faced with numerous personal and growth issues throughout their youth and teenage years. From feeling overwhelmed with schoolwork and peer stress to overcoming the challenges of being different or unique or bullies, today’s [...]