HURRAY! As of April 2015 all 50 states have passed anti-bullying laws. BUT WAIT LAW MAKERS! Don’t put down the law signing pen yet! Our kids still need you to protect them. 28 states allow Corporal Punishment in public and private schools giving teachers and other authorized caregivers the right to physically discipline children byContinue reading “End Corporal Punishment in Schools Act 2015 – Cara Zara”
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Taking the pressure off sports competition
from: KidsHealth.org Sports are a great way to have fun and stay active. Kids have lots of choices about which sports to do and whether to compete in sports or just play them for fun. One kid might be happy to shoot baskets at the park, whereas another kid may prefer being on a basketballContinue reading “Taking the pressure off sports competition”
For Kids: How to be a good sport
from: KidsHealth.org “No fair!” “You cheated!” “It wasn’t my fault we lost!” Have you ever played on a team with somebody who hated to lose? Or maybe you have a tough time if you lose anything — even a game of tic-tac-toe. Some kids find it extra-hardContinue reading “For Kids: How to be a good sport”
Being a good sport
from: KidsHealth.org Emily was crying by the time the softball game ended. It wasn’t because her team had lost. It wasn’t because she was unhappy about her own playing. It wasn’t even because of anything the other team had said or done. Emily’s tears came after her dad yelled at her — in front ofContinue reading “Being a good sport”
Fitness for kids who don’t like sports
Cara Zara note: Hula-Hooping is a wonderful physical fitness idea for kids who don’t like sports. Kids can hoop all by themselves or with a group of friends or as a class. It’s non-competitive and of course fun! Article below from KidsHealth.org Team sports can boost kids’ self-esteem, coordination, and general fitness, and help themContinue reading “Fitness for kids who don’t like sports”