Help kids ages 3 to 5 build self-awareness and emotional regulation through fun activities Little ones can have a lot of big feelings—and learning how to identify and regulate them is a key part of development. This book is filled with engaging activities that teach kids how to make a connection between bodily sensations and their emotions, helping them build social-emotional skills that will last a lifetime. What sets Listening to My Body Activities for Kids apart from other behavior books for kids: Guidance for caregivers—Learn more about co-regulation, the connection between sensations and feelings, and your child's capabilities and limitations at different developmental ages and stages. A mix of 30 activities—From breathing like a dragon to going on a scavenger hunt adventure, kids will explore a variety of instructional exercises that make learning fun. Labels and tips for success—Each activity includes colorful labels that tell you how messy it is and how long it will take to prep and complete, plus pro tips for getting the most out of the exercise. Support your little one as they develop emotional intelligence with this fun-filled activity book.
Children will love scrutinizing every page inside Puzzling Pictures for Eagle-Eyed Kids! From the creators at Kid Scoop®, this exciting puzzle book is filled with 60 engaging observational activities, including brain teasers, spot the difference, complete the pattern, find the friend, and hidden object games. Perfect for challenging young minds and having fun while doing so, this activity book for kids will entertain for hours!
Spectacular Experiments and Mad Science Kid's Love is a project 15 years in the making. As a science-enrichment teacher, I have had the good fortune to witness the joy expressed on my student's faces through the magic of science. This project of love is inspired by and dedicated to the thousands of children who have experienced the very best hands-on, interactive science experiments and have given amazing feedback made visible by their sparkling enthusiasm. Kid tested and parent approved, these easy to follow, yet awe-inspriring experiments also serve as a great introduction to the amazing world of science.
Mazemaster David Anson Russo has created the ultimate combination of art, entertainment, and spiritual exploration in this exciting new collection of spectacular mazes. Each spread features a four-color maze, with accompanying text that explains the artistic and symbolic roots of the maze.
This watershed volume brings together the foremost leading authorities and scholars lending their individual voices to a single, urgent issue: literacy for Latino students. In a departure from traditional paradigms, Latinos examine their own lived experiences in U.S. schools and offer sound theories born from positions of expertise and first-hand knowledge as researchers and educators. Their discussions and critical perspectives on literacy for Latino students in grades K–12 touch on the important topics of: Encouraging biliteracy in the classroomConstructing theories of possibilityPromoting critically literate youthOrganizing teaching and learning to students’ potentialLinking literacy to lived experiencesAs insiders in Spanish-speaking communities that are often maligned for their children’s alleged “failure” in schools, these authors offer hope for children’s academic potential as well as evidence showing that integration of native language and culture in supportive learning environments can lead to success in literacy in two languages. Contributors: Alma Flor Ada, Héctor H. Alvarez, María V. Balderrama, Patricia Baquedano-López, Lilia I. Bartolomé, María Echiburu Berzins, Esteban Díaz, Bárbara Flores, María E. Fránquiz, Kris D. Gutiérrez, Bobbi Ciriza Houtchens, Robert T. Jiménez, Eloise Andrade Laliberty, Alice E. López, Roberta Maldonado, Carmen I. Mercado, Luis C. Moll, Rosa Zubizarreta “In this illuminating volume, the authors courageously challenge the assumption of a skill-based English-only literacy for Latinos. By shifting the literacy debate to a sociocultural terrain, they urge readers to confront the prevailing issues of racism, classism, gender, and economic deprivation that characterize the literacy of Latino/Latina students in the U.S. public schools. Simply put, this volume provides readers with the necessary political clarity to understand and appreciate what it means to be literate in the changing multilingual and multicultural world of the 21st century.” —Donaldo Macedo, Distinguished Professor of Liberal Arts and Education, University of Massachusetts, Boston
You want whacked-out, run-till-you-drop games? Here they are. You want sedate games for small, quiet groups? Got 'em. Inside Games are more than 400 indoor and outdoor games teenagers love to play: - Balloon Games . . . Twice the fun of a church board meeting, with only half the hot air. An inexpensive good time. - Basketball Games . . . All of them slam dunks. - Volleyball Games . . .What self-respecting youth group doesn't love a good volleyball game? They'll go crazy for these bizarre mutations of the sport. - Indoor Games for Large Groups . . .Reserve your church's gym or fellowship hall for the night, and turn to page 35 for this collection of games! - Living Room Games . . . Great for parties, informal gatherings -- or anytime you've got a roomful of people just sitting around. And more -- indoor games for small groups, mind reading games, and dozens of Ping-Pong variations. Whether you're a youth worker or a recreation leader at a church, school, club, or camp -- Games is your storehouse of proven, youth-group tested ideas.
Ed Young is the senior pastor of Fellowship Church, which has over 18,000 members and has been featured on Fox News, CBS's Early Morning Show, and Good Morning America, as well as in the New York Times, Chicago Tribune, Dallas Morning News, BusinessWeek, and Washington Times, among other major publications. - In 10/03, Ed Young's weekly TV show, Creative Connection, debuted at #17 on the Trinity Broadcast Network; nine weeks later it was ranked at #4. It is also broadcast on the cable Daystar Network and The Church Channel. Young's daily radio broadcast of the same name is heard in 15 major markets, including satellite radio and OnePlace.com. In conjunction with these shows, he has launched a Creative Connection Web site on which he will promote this title. - KID CEO will be aggressively promoted on the Fellowship Church Web site, which averages 10.1 million hits per month. - Ed Young and his wife have been happily married for over 20 years and have four children.
Welcome to the enchanting world of "Best Stories for Children." In the pages of this book, you will embark on a magical journey filled with wonder, bravery, and the boundless imagination of childhood. Within these stories, you will find a universe where dragons roam, fairies grant wishes, and ordinary children discover extraordinary courage within themselves. Children's literature holds a unique place in the vast realm of storytelling. It has the power to transport young readers to far-off lands, ignite their curiosity, and nurture their empathy. The tales within this collection have been carefully curated to capture the essence of childhood - the dreams that twinkle in young eyes, the innocence that sees magic in the mundane, and the courage that faces the unknown with unwavering determination. In "Best Stories for Children," you will encounter characters that will become lifelong companions. They are not merely figments of imagination but reflections of the virtues we hold dear – kindness, bravery, friendship, and the unyielding belief in the power of good. Through their adventures, we hope to inspire the young hearts reading these stories to embrace the richness of these virtues and carry them into their journeys. This collection is a tapestry woven from the threads of folklore, fantasy, and life's valuable lessons. These stories are not just tales to be read but experiences to be lived, each narrative inviting readers to step into the shoes of the characters, feel their joys and sorrows, and learn from their triumphs and challenges. The stories you will find here are as diverse as the world itself. From the depths of enchanted forests to the vastness of outer space, from the cozy corners of small villages to the bustling streets of magical cities, each story invites young readers to explore new horizons and expand their imagination. In crafting this collection, we aimed to present stories that not only entertain but also educate, stories that not only captivate but also inspire. These tales are filled with moral lessons and profound insights, gently woven into the fabric of storytelling. They teach children about the importance of empathy, the value of friendship, the beauty of diversity, and the strength found in embracing one's uniqueness. We believe that stories have the power to shape minds and hearts, plant seeds of curiosity that bloom into a lifelong love for learning, and instill values that guide future generations. As you delve into the stories within these pages, we encourage you to discuss them with the young readers in your life. Ask them about their favorite characters, the lessons they learned, and the magical worlds they would like to explore next. Moreover, we encourage young readers to let their imaginations soar. Create new adventures for the characters, imagine alternate endings, and even craft entirely new tales inspired by the ones you find here. For within the heart of every reader lies a storyteller waiting to be discovered. So, dear readers, open these pages with excitement, for beyond them lies a universe of endless possibilities. May these stories spark your imagination, warm your hearts, and inspire you to believe in the magic that resides within every child.
Among the hundreds of thousands of displaced persons in Germany at the end of World War II, approximately 40,000 were unaccompanied children. These children, of every age and nationality, were without parents or legal guardians and many were without clear identities. This situation posed serious practical, legal, ethical, and political problems for the agencies responsible for their care. In the Children’s Best Interests, by Lynne Taylor, is the first work to delve deeply into the records of the United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration (UNRRA) and the International Refugee Organization (IRO) and reveal the heated battles that erupted amongst the various entities (military, governments, and NGOs) responsible for their care and disposition. The bitter debates focused on such issues as whether a child could be adopted, what to do with illegitimate and abandoned children, and who could assume the role of guardian. The inconclusive nationality of these children meant they became pawns in the battle between East and West during the Cold War. Taylor’s exploration and insight into the debates around national identity and the privilege of citizenship challenges our understanding of nationality in the postwar period.
When making games for kids, it’s tempting to simply wing-it on the design. We were all children once, right? The reality is that adults are far removed from the cognitive changes and the motor skill challenges that are the hallmark of the developing child. Designing Games for Children, helps you understand these developmental needs of children and how to effectively apply them to games. Whether you’re a seasoned game designer, a children's media professional, or an instructor teaching the next generation of game designers, Designing Games for Children is the first book dedicated to service the specific needs of children's game designers. This is a hands-on manual of child psychology as it relates to game design and the common challenges designers face. Designing Games for Children is the definitive, comprehensive guide to making great games for kids, featuring: Guidelines and recommendations divided by the most common target audiences – babies and toddlers (0-2), preschoolers (3-5), early elementary students (6-8), and tweens (9-12). Approachable and actionable breakdown of child developmental psychology, including cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development, as it applies to game design Game design insights and guidelines for all aspects of game production, from ideation to marketing
