Research has shown that having defined expectations, consistent consequences, routines, and chores for children helps build important character traits. When children develop positive self-esteem, independence, problem-solving skills, and work ethic, they will be happier, healthier, and more successful as adults.
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Follow the adventures of Howard B. Wigglebottom, a bunny who learns to listen better by working on getting along with others, being honest, managing anger, building self-esteem, and other important character traits. The lessons have audiobooks, fun sing-alongs, parent/child discussion questions, interactive games, and coloring pages.
Play card and board games with your child! Playing hand-on games (not video games) increases social skills and helps children learn how to build connections with people around them. It encourages positive conversation skills and helps them learn good sportsmanship and how to win or lose respectfully. They also learn how to play by rules. Certain games can also help with fine motor skills, strategy, and problem solving skills.
This is a great book to help children understand that each one of us is different. Sometimes differences and disabilities can be scary, but when we understand them, we learn to treat others with compassion and love.
"Moses Goes to a Concert" (deafness and sign language)
"Philomena's New Glasses"(wearing glasses)
"All The Ways I Hear You"(deafness and hearing impairment)
"I Talk Like a River"
(speech impairment, stuttering)
"I Am Helen Keller"
(hearing and vision impairment)
"All My Stripes"
(autism)