Make Some School Bookmarks

Now is a great time to make some special bookmarks for the school-age kids and grandkids. Yes, this is the age of the Internet. But ... read more.

Grandparents Connect at the Beginning of School

What are some ways for grandparents to connect with their grandkids during this very unusual school year? How could grandparents bring a little calm to a grandchild’s heart? Here are some ideas.  ... read more. 

School Days: Let's stay connected

Maybe you're like me, keeping up with some long-distance grands by Facebook. At the beginning of the school year, it's always fun to read about the opening of school and see the grandkids' pictures.

Or maybe you have some nearby grands who will be starting school soon. In that case, you'll probably hear about all of the happenings face-to-face.

Today's blog post has nine ways you can stay connected with the kids in your life who are going to school this year. Just choose one or two ideas to encourage children who live nearby or far away. Read more ...

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Pressures on Kids

School pressures are real. Not only for parents and teachers, but also for kids. A friend’s five year old asked before starting kindergarten, “How will I know where the bathroom is … and where is the restaurant in the ..." read more.


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Ideas for the beginning of school

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by Mary May Larmoyeux

School is about to begin. If you are a grandparent like me, how can we stay connected?

Here are some ideas. Choose one or two of them to encourage your grands who live nearby or far away … These ideas will work whether your grands go to ... read more.

The stresses of school

Tuesday's Grand Connection Thought

by Mary May Larmoyeux

A friend of mine has a little girl who began kindergarten this year. The night before the five year old started school, she asked her mom, "How will I know where the bathroom is? And where is the restaurant in the cafeteria?"

At first her questions brought a smile to my face, but then they reminded me of how stressful the beginning of school can be for children. Some may wonder where the bathroom and "restaurant" are, while others may struggle with deeper questions such as "Will I make a good friend this year?" or "How can I keep my school work organized while living with mom part of the week and with dad the other part of the week?"

Our grandkids always need the assurance of our love, and they also need our prayers. And Psalm 65:2 says: God answers prayer.

What tips do you have about praying for our school-age grandkids?

Have a great week,
Mary
http://www.marymaywrites.com/
http://grandconnection.blogspot.com/

© 2012 Mary Mary Larmoyeux. All rights reserved.
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School Days

Tuesday's Thought

Jim and I spent last week in Branson, Missouri, and had a wonderful time! It’s so good to get away for a little R & R.

While we were in Branson, I read an article by Pat Lamb in the Tri-Lakes Tribune called “It’s time to get ready for school.” (I hope to have this article posted on www.marymaywrites later this week.) Pat says that there are four areas that we should always consider in helping children get ready for school: physical, mental, social, and spiritual. She says that too often we only think of one or two of these areas.

She also says that it’s important for children to learn about the school experiences of their parents [and grandparents].

One of our grands is starting kindergarten this month. After reading Pat’s article, I’ve decided to make a long-distance call and not only tell this grand that Pops and I will be praying for her on her big day, but also share with her about my first days of kindergarten. I’m also going to ask her mom and dad to e-mail Pops and me a picture of her beginning this new phase of life.

Do you have any tips about encouraging a grandchild at the beginning of the school year?

He is able,
Mary
www.marymaywrites.com
http://grandconnection.blogspot.com