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The complete archive of parent newsletters from kids goals:

Ideas for setting New Year's Goals with your children, and the inspiring story of Suzanna, who was diagnosed at the age of 13 with Pervasive Developmental Disorder or PDD NOS, a neurological disorder that affects a child's ability to communicate, understand language, play, and relate to others.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 2

Ideas for motivating yourself and your little ones, and some advice on how to help your children make friends

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 3

How to encourage and develop your child's power of imagination, and a wonderful article about "planting flowers", or the power of positive thought.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 4

This issue is all about helping your children find balance in their lives. “Slow down and smell the flowers” gives you tips on how to allow your child time to explore their imagination and creativity and just be a kid for a while. There is plenty of time for the “real world”. In contrast we hope you will enjoy the article on “Pushing the Envelope” - teaching kids to try new and challenging things and push past their fears from time to time.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 5

The articles for this issue deal with a more positive approach to parenting. In our fist article you will find suggestions on how to talk to your children in a kinder, more productive way. The second article deals with "positive reinforcement", a technique where you catch your children behaving well and reward them for it.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 6

To help parents deal with stress, in this issue we offer you an article to help learn how to manage stress so you have the energy and patience to parent more effectively. On the same note, it can be very stressful on new parents if they have problems getting their babies to sleep through the night. Our second article offers tips on how to accomplish this in as stress free a manner as possible.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 7

In this issue we tackle the issue of positive body image and the importance of positive role models for our children.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 8

In this issue you will find tips and suggestions on how to incorporate allowances and chore responsibilities into your child's life as well as advice on how to make him or her a more savvy money manager.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 9

In this issue you will find lots of information on improving your child’s nutrition as well as an excellent article on the benefits of adding fish oil to your child’s diet.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 10

In this issue you will an article on adolescent depression, and one on how to help your teen improve their sleeping habits.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 11

In this issue you will find information on the benefits of owning a pet as well as tips on how to choose the appropriate pet for your child. Of course owning a pet also helps a child learn how to be more responsible, which can help them in many ways, including their relationships with others. On this note, our other feature article this time addresses the issue of politeness and good manners for children.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 12

One of the things that we are both passionate about is helping children grow emotionally. And a very important part of their emotional strength is our children’s relationships with others. So through the newsletter and the KidsGoals website we are going to be providing more and more resources to help you help your children develop their social skills. In this issue we address the very important topic of shyness. If your child is shy, you may be wondering whether it is “just a phase” or something to be concerned about. What can you do for your child if he or she is showing signs of shyness? Hopefully our article will help! Our second feature article, again on the topic of social skills, gives ideas for improving your child’s listening skills.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 13

The articles in this issue will be dealing more with the physical health of our children. Our goal has always been to provide you with informative and thought provoking articles to help you instill values, self-esteem and positive traits in your children.
The first article will deal with eating disorders in children. In it you will find ways to help prevent your child from becoming an emotional eater and quite possibly save them from developing an eating disorder. As an added bonus make sure to check out the interview with Sandra, a recovering bulimic. We think you will find it very enlightening.
The second article deals with the importance of exercise to help our children not only stay physically healthy but also reap incredible benefits for their emotional health.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 14

In this issue we have articles that will help your child in goal setting and also to help them to discover their passions.
The first article deals with helping your child to find a hobby, which is an important first step in discovering their true passion and may even lead to a career when they are adults. The next article is about using visualization to help your child accomplish his/her goals. Like the saying goes… if you can see it, you can be it.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 15

In this issue we have articles to help you keep your child or teen safe on the internet.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 16

Potty training can sometimes be a difficult step in your child's development so we would like to help by offering tips on how to make this major milestone a bit easier on the both of you. Also if your child has started regressing a bit in his/her potty training, then the article on regression in toilet training is sure to be a great help.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 17

In this issue Cassie and I are tackling the subject of bullying. Whether you suspect that your child is being bullied, or fear that your child may be a bully, you will find the needed information in this newsletter to help you deal with the situation.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 18

The proper care of our children is of the utmost importance, so choosing who will watch over our little ones when we are away should never be taken lightly. The first article deals with the all-important subject of choosing a sitter.

If you are getting a little tired of hearing, “Are we there yet?!” when you travel with your children, you will appreciate our second article, where you will find ways to help your kids to pass the time and make the journey much more enjoyable for the whole family.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 19

Our first article deals with fear of the dark. We know as adults that this fear is irrational but to a little child what may be lurking in his closet or under the bed may be all too real. In this article we give you tips on how to help your child overcome this common phobia.

The next article deals with somnambulism or sleepwalking. In it you will find information on the possible causes as well as ways to help your child stay safe if he is a sleepwalker.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 20

One of the major milestones in your child’s life is when he moves from crib to bed but how do you know when your child is ready? Our first article deals with that question and gives you information on how to make the transition as easy as possible for the both of you.

Nightmares are very common in younger children and our next article will deal with this issue.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 21

Spelling the English language is difficult at the best of times what with all the strange ways we spell words. For instance, if you really want to make yourself crazy just think of all the ways to spell the sound "sh": position, shoe, ocean, issue, mansion ... need I say more? Our first article will give you tips on how to help your child improve his spelling.

We all know the importance of reading books with our kids, but it's not always easy to find the time and energy to do it. Our next article deals with how to help your child learn to love to read by finding the time to read with him.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 22

Lying is not uncommon in children and is a normal part of a child’s development. If you are concerned your child may be becoming a compulsive liar our first article will give you suggestions on how you can encourage your child to be more truthful.

Bedwetting is also a very common occurrence in young children. Our next article deals with how you and your child can get through this stressful time and to help you decide if professional help is needed.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 23

Although a new baby can bring a lot of joy into a family it can sometimes take awhile for your other children to appreciate that little bundle. In this issue you will find tips on how to prepare your child for the new arrival and also how to deal with a jealous sibling. You may even find you will have to discipline your child if they show aggression towards the new baby; the next article will show you how to discipline your child in a loving and constructive way.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 24

Christmas is a time when we celebrate long-held traditions and honor our faith. It is a time that our children learn about their parents’ and community’s culture and beliefs. What a great time, also, to help our kids understand about, appreciate and respect other people’s cultures!

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 25

Goal setting is one of the key skills we are keen to help you teach your kids, and we have a guest article to share with you today on the subject of Goal Setting for Math, by Susan Jarema who has an awesome website to help kids learn math - please check out the article and Susan's website as we are sure you will like them!

One of the great deterrents to goal setting is procrastination. That dreaded "P Word" that keeps us from moving forward and realizing our dreams. The second article deals with this all too common phenomenon and gives us tools on how to (a little spin on the Nike ads) "Just Do It Now!"

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 26

Issue #26 is a continuation on the theme of goal setting from our Dec 30th newsletter. The first article is about thinking from the end, which in essence is visualizing in your mind that you have already accomplished your goal. Visualization has been used for years by professional athletes; and is a powerful tool you can use to help realize your goals. The next article is about simplifying your life so you will have more time, less stress and more energy to work on your goals.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 27

It is not always easy to stay focused and positive when it comes to our goals so the first article will help you and your child to keep a positive outlook, which will help in realizing your goals. The next article deals with anchoring; a powerful tool that you can use when you need to muster up a bit of courage or to give yourself some added willpower to overcome bad habits; such as when you are trying to stop eating junk food or to quit smoking. It is easy to do and more importantly it works!!

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 28

Since our theme for February is all about love and friendship our first article will be about the benefits of friendship for our children and how sometimes friendships don't always come easily for some children. The next article deals with how to make your children feel loved, keeping in mind what is age appropriate as there is a huge difference in how to demonstrate love to a baby as opposed to a rebellious teenager.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 29

Our first article deals with helping our children to learn to dream big. They need to know that nothing is impossible and only the sky is the limit….or is it?? It is fine to have small goals that are attainable but deep inside every child is an incredible possibility and it is our duty as parents to help them to realize their magnificence. Children look to their parents for their self worth and it is so important that they know at a young age just how amazing they really are. How you talk to your children is crucial and the next article deals with how to communicate with your children in as loving a manner as possible.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 30

The theme for the March newsletters and blog is going to be all about how to make learning enjoyable for your children. While this is not always an easy task for parents, keeping your kids motivated to learn is essential and will help ensure their academic success. One powerful technique that you can teach your children is mind mapping, which will be a great aid to your children when it comes to studying. Cassie and I hope you will find the article informative and will want to introduce your children to this powerful learning tool.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 31

A Father (Brian) wrote to us after reading our article on "Learning and Education" that while education was very important there was something equally important that children need to learn and that is how to use their imagination. He commented that it was sad that so few children actually learn to use their mind in this way. Cassie and I agree wholeheartedly and thus the first article is about how to help your children learn to use their imagination.

We are also firm believers that learning should be as much fun as possible, so with that in mind the second article is about cooking with your kids. When you cook with your kids you are not only teaching them the obvious, how to cook, you are also teaching them math and chemistry and having a blast while doing it!! It is also an excellent way to bond with your children.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 32

Non-verbal communication is extremely difficult for children on the spectrum. They do not pick up on subtle cues that we all take for granted. My daughter works very hard on learning the language that is a part of our every day world but I still see her struggling from time to time. The article for this month is all about non-verbal communication and how we can teach our children to recognize the "social cues" such as body language, facial expression and tone of voice.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 33

The theme of this newsletter is friendship and we hope you enjoy the article about conversation and its importance in making friends. If you have a child with Autism or an Autism Spectrum disorder you will appreciate the tips for helping your child to develop their conversational skills, which is a big part of being social.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 34

The theme for May is all about the different ways that children can learn. Cassie and I really believe that children learn better when they enjoy the process. Our article for this newsletter will be about how to make homework fun. You will find lots of great tips on how to make your child actually look forward to doing his homework.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 35

One of our subscribers wrote to us to let us know she really appreciates the kidsgoals site for all of the information we provide (our pleasure Sameeta) and also to request that we write an article to help her six-year-old daughter enjoy writing more. With this in mind the article for this issue is about how to make writing more fun. While writing is not everyone’s favorite activity there are ways to make it more interesting and to help stimulate creativity in your child. We hope you will find the information helpful, and enjoy the tips on how you can inspire your child to write.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 36

During June we hope to bring you some articles that will help you to help your children cope with exam stress. Even young kids are often faced with tests and exams at school, and for some children the pressure can prove distressing. In extreme cases, some children can even sink into depression. The article for this issue aims to give you some ideas to help your child develop the essential skill of concentration. Once your child can concentrate well, he will be able to study more effectively, and to enjoy it more. The most important thing when teaching children concentration, or any other important skill, is of course to MAKE IT FUN! So we hope you'll find that you can use some of the ideas and games in the article in an enjoyable way for both you and your child.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 37

Whether you tend to side with Al Gore or the naysayers when it comes to the question of global warming and climate change we all have to agree our planet is not what it used to be. We all want our children to be able to breathe clean air and have a chance to experience nature at its best, but this is not a given. The air we breathe is not so clean any more and many of the animals that once were abundant are sadly becoming extinct. Now is the time to educate our children so that they can appreciate the beauty of nature and teach them that even the small things count when it comes to preserving our planet. In this issue we will talk about ways that you can make your children more "planet conscious'' and teach them how they can do their part.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 38

Our article in this issue is about setting limits for your kids so they understand from the get go what is expected of them while they are on their summer holidays. In the Kids Corner you will find kid tested healthy recipes for a summer picnic, another way that you could enjoy the summer together as a family.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 39

It is good practice for children to start with small short- term goals before they try to tackle the larger long term ones. In this issue we have suggestions to get your children excited about setting a few doable goals that they can accomplish before they return back to school.

KidsGoals Parent Newsletter Issue 40

As parents we tend to judge when our children are out of line and are quick to set them straight, but if our children are kind to their brother or sister or share a toy with a friend, we just naturally expect it of them and do not usually acknowledge the behavior by thanking them for their consideration. It is important to praise our children's empathetic behavior every chance we get. Very young children are not naturally empathetic and are not developmentally capable of understanding empathy, so it is up to us as parents and caregivers to teach them compassion and caring. In this issue we deal with this subject and show you a hands on approach to teach your children to be more compassionate and caring beings by acknowledging how they are feeling and showing empathy towards them when they are upset or angry.

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