BURDELL-HUNT PARENT NEWSLETTER
January 2022 - Happy New Year!
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Here are some things we've heard so far:
- Parents expressed a desire for more information and resources to help support their child's learning at home.
- Parents expressed interest in a Lunch & Learn reading group.
Teaching Children to Read
You can get excellent tips for helping your child learn to read from this article published by Touch-type Read & Spell. It is not necessary to purchase a monthly subscription to TTRS.
If you don't have time to dig in and read the entire article all at once, that's okay. Take one section at a time, which will be a short read. Give yourself a day or two to process what you have learned and make note of specific ideas that you can use to help your child.
BREAK IT DOWN INTO SECTIONS - CLICK HERE
Click below for the full article: Teaching Children to Read
Website: https://www.readandspell.com/us/teaching-children-to-read
(Questionnaire open Jan 7 - Jan 22)
Many parents find themselves asking if their child is prepared for Georgia Milestones testing and wondering how they can provide more help at home. Click the button below to review resources.
Training for Effective Parenting: Why Kids Act Out
On Saturday, Jan 22nd, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Crossroads Christian Counseling Center is offering a free group titled Training for Effective Parenting: Why Kids Act Out. Space is limited, so please RSVP 478-475-4608 or to robyn.schopp@crossroads.mgacoxmail.com.
Crossroads Christian Counseling Center está ofreciendo un grupo gratuito titulado: Capacitación para una crianza efectiva: "Por qué los niños portarse mal", el sábado 22 de enero de 10:30 a 11:30 am en Crossroads. El espacio es limitado, así que por favor confirme su asistencia al 478-475-4608 o a robyn.schopp@crossroads.mgacoxmail.com. Si necesita un intérprete, notifique al intérprete del distrito al 478 779 4386 o al 478 508-9417.
Habit of the Month
HABIT 5:
Seek First to understand, then to be understood - I listen to other people's ideas and feelings. I try to see things from their viewpoints. I listen to others without interrupting. I am confident in voicing my ideas. I look people in the eyes when talking.
HABIT 5: Practicing and Teaching the Principle at Home
CLICK THE BUTTONS BELOW for books that reinforce understanding Habit 5.
Character Word of the Week
DECEMBER - CHARITY
January 6 - 14
Kindness – Responding to the feelings and needs of others
January 19 - 28
Tolerance – To respect the individual differences, views, and beliefs of other people
January 31 - February 4
Patience – The power to wait calmly without complaining
PBIS Focus
Clearly giving proof or evidence of a good quality of personal mental and moral qualities
SHOWING:
- Kindness - Responding to the feelings and needs of others; being friendly, generous, and considerate.
- Honesty - Being truthful with yourself and others
- Fairness - Treating others with respect, showing equal concern and consideration for all people
- Gratitude - Being thankful and ready to show appreciate to others
- Open-mindedness - Willing to consider new ideas without prejudice
- Patience - the power to wait calmly without complaining
- Tolerance - to respect the individual differences, views, and beliefs of other people
Homemade Hot Chocolate for Soothing the Winter Weather Chill
INGREDIENTS:
4 cupsMilk (preferably whole or 2%)
¼ cupUnsweetened Cocoa Powder
¼ cupGranulated Sugar
½ cupSemisweet Chocolate Chips (or bittersweet, or chopped chocolate bar)
¼ teaspoonPure Vanilla Extract
DIRECTIONS
- Place the milk of your choice in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Using milk instead of water, makes this hot chocolate extra creamy and flavorful. I prefer whole milk or 2% milk, but you can choose any milk that you choose (I’ve even used unsweetened almond milk).
- Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar, and heat until warm.
- Once the milk is warm, add chocolate chips, whisking until they melt into the milk.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract.
- Serve immediately, topped with your favorite garnishes: marshmallows, whipped cream, chopped chocolate, crushed candy canes or more.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Throughout the month of January, you and your family may enjoy spending time together creating these simple, paper crafts and making some of these tasty treats to share as you usher in the new year.
Bear Hat for Young Children
Paper Crafts for Big Kids
DIY Winter Decor
form The Daily DIYer
9 Mind-Blowing Party Rings
Fun and Healthy Dessert
7 Ounces of Cookies
1 1/2 Tablespoons of Butter
1 Tablespoon of Cocoa
1 Cup of Peeled Banana
8 Ounces of Cream Cheese
1Tablespoon of Honey
Fresh lemon Peal
4 Small Mandarins
BEST Black-eyed Peas
For Moms and Grandmas, Dads and Grandpas Too!
Relax and Unwind with DIY Shower Steamers
"There’s nothing better than a relaxing, steamy shower at the end of a long day. These simple DIY Shower Steamers release soothing aromas and moisture into the air, making your shower more comfortable."
INDREDIENTS: Eucalyptus and peppermint are a great combination for winter wellness.
- ½ cup baking soda
- ½ cup epsom salts
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp dried eucalyptus leaves
- 15 drops of eucalyptus essential oil
- 15 drops peppermint oil
- Small silicone mold or you can use mini muffin tins
Combine all dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Add water and stir. Mix in essential oils. Press mix tightly into silicone mold or mini muffin tin. Let dry 24-48 hours. Remove and store in an airtight container.
Start a hot, steamy shower, and drop one small steamer in the corner of the shower floor out of the direct stream of water. Let your aroma therapy begin as the steamer slowly dissolves and your hot, steamy shower is infused with the soothing sent of essential oils.
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