Building a foundation
What did you want to be when you grew up? I remember when people scoffed at my brother when he said he wanted to be a garbage man. It...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Sep 8, 2021
Being a Good Sport
In a graphic I recently saw it lists being a good sport as one of the social skills kids need. This can be a difficult concept in a world...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Jul 26, 2021
Creative Writing Classes
Do you remember creative writing in class? I find that many creative writing classes focus on the writing aspect of a story - proper...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Jul 19, 2021
Allowing for Choice
How do you feel when you are given a choice? Do you feel that you have control in a situation, do you feel included? Giving children a...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Jun 14, 2021
Rules vs Values
As a child were you a rule breaker? Did you like to see how far you could bend the rules? Children are naturally curious and wondering...
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Author Sandra Wilson
May 25, 2021
Living a Fabulous Life
Do you look at the world as a scary place or do you see its beauty and grace? I am quite an optimist when it comes to life but I am also...
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Author Sandra Wilson
May 14, 2021
The Super Hero in Us
Who is your favourite super hero? Super heroes have been in my house since my boys were very young. And now they are making a comeback...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Apr 28, 2021
Reflections Through the Looking Glass
What do you see when you look in the mirror? Do you see flaws, do you focus on weaknesses? When Alice looked through the looking glass...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Mar 16, 2021
Building Blocks to Self-Esteem
Have you ever played with building blocks? Have you noticed how a block tower needs a strong base? Imagine one of these blocks is a...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Mar 2, 2021
Feeling Anxious
Do you often feel anxious or nervous when trying something new? Do you have tools to help you combat these feelings? As a child I would...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Feb 23, 2021
Education is not a race
Did you struggle in school? Were you expected to keep pace with other students? Were your grades compared to those of your siblings? We...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Jan 26, 2021
Family Game Night
Do you have family game nights? Do you know how much learning can happen when playing games? Playing games with kids is a great way to...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Oct 7, 2020
Face Your Fears
Shelley Restall, is a Registered Social Worker in private practice located in Kitchener. She offers this wisdom on facing fears. Fear is...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Sep 9, 2020
Patience Comes to Those Who Wait
One of the best ways to teach a child how to be patient is to be patient yourself and practice it daily.
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Author Sandra Wilson
Aug 19, 2020
A little spot of light
I work very hard at finding a positive within tough times but the other day I was having a really hard day. I was running late for work,...
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Author Sandra Wilson
Aug 12, 2020
Have some cheese with that whine!
When you add some cheese (a smile) to your whine you will find that frustrations become easier to deal with, and the positives of the situat
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Author Sandra Wilson
Jul 13, 2020
Everyone deserves applause for their efforts!
Everyone deserves applause. Applause shows appreciation, offers encouragement and gives recognition for achievement.
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