Creating Balance in Children: Activities to Optimize Learning and Behavior [Paperback]

Lorraine O. Moore (Author), Peggy Henrikson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1890455385 | ISBN-13: 978-1890455385 | Publication Date: October 1, 2005

This book provides 75 activities to help children create and maintain more balance in all areas of development and learning. Completing these activities with children will help them; become more vital and healthy physically; achieve more mental focus and clarity; gain more confidence in themselves; improve their relationships with others; learn and engage in more cooperative behaviors; acquire a respectful attitude towards others and the environment; gain a greater sense of meaning and belonging in their lives and learn new ways to nourish their inner spirits. Now more than ever, children need to the support of caring adults to develop these qualities in their lives. When given the awareness and appropriate strategies, children can become more effective learners, live more harmoniously, and behave in ways that are respectful of self and others. This publication is easy to use, includes reproducible activity sheets for many of the activities, and 21 of the 75 activities can be completed in or adapted to 5-10 minute timeframes. It is a valuable resource for adults to help children optimize their learning and behavior, a beneficial goal for all concerned. Perfect for teachers (K-8), parent of children ages 5-14, childcare providers.

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Review

"a great resource for both teachers and parents. Lots of fun activities". --Teacher and Parent of 10 year old.....Minneapolis, MN

About the Author

Dr. Lorraine Moore is the author of "Inclusion: Strategies for Working with Young Children" and "Inclusion: A Practical Guide for Parents". Dr. Moore and Peggy Henrikson are coauthors of the companion book "Creating Balance in Children's Lives - A Natural Approach to Learning and Behavior".

Product Details

• Paperback: 180 pages
• Publisher: Peytral Publications (October 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1890455385
• ISBN-13: 978-1890455385
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,694,880 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Creating Balance in Children: Activities to Optimize Learning and Behavior, February 13, 2006

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Nancy L. Herrick "Youth & Family Counseler" (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creating Balance in Children: Activities to Optimize Learning and Behavior (Paperback)

I wish I'd had this book when I was teaching kids! The activities really encourage children to improve their mental processes, get along better with others, and take care of and respect themselves and the environment. The authors also address "nourishing the spirit" with activities that promote love, laughter, courage, and caring, purpose and meaning in life, a connection with nature and animals, and an awareness of the children's own talents. I especially like the activity "Resolving Conflicts with POOF!" It presents such a fun, effective way to address conflict.
This activity book helps parents and teachers put into action some of the suggestions the authors give in their companion book, Creating Balance in Children's Lives: A Natural Approach to Learning and Behavior. I like the clear, step-by-step directions and the variety of activities, which cover all the areas necessary to be a balanced individual.