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 Marsupial
Sue
...Young Sue really doesn't like being a kangaroo, so she
goes off to find something better. First she tries climbing
the trees like a koala ... Then she wades into the sea like
a platypus ... Finally, Sue joins up with some bouncy, jouncy
wallabies ... and discovers being a kangaroo isn't so bad,
after all. Using a jaunty waltz rhythm, actor, comedian, and
best-selling author John Lithgow reassures children that they
can be happy with who they are. Includes a CD and song score.
It's Okay to Be Different
Featuring Todd Parr's trademark bold, bright colors and
silly scenes, this book embraces difference in a unique way.
Deceptively simple in appearance, It's OK to Be Different
cleverly delivers its important messages of acceptance, understanding,
and confidence in a child-friendly package.
Parents
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Ophelia
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Strengthen Your Child's Self-esteem
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If your child often says things like, "Nobody likes me"
or "I never get the answers right," then she may
be suffering from poor self-esteem. But you can help her build
better self-respect if you remember these tips:
• Emphasize the good. Many of us are quick to
correct kids for doing bad things, but how often do we praise
them for being good. Recognize and reward your child for doing
the right thing.
• Show your child you care. Give him plenty of
hugs and tell him you love him often. Sure, he'll probably
deny it when he's older, but he'll appreciate every hug you
give him.
• Talk to your child. Find out what his interests
are and encourage him to talk to you about them. Share your
interests with him, and he'll know you're really listening.
• Empathize with your child. Maybe she doesn't
have to walk to school in the morning, uphill, both ways,
in the snow, with no boots on, like you did, (yeah, right!)
but she does have worries all her own. Show her that you care
about her concerns by talking to her about them.
• Express an interest in your child's activities.
Make sure he knows you care by being there for his school
plays, attending parent-teacher conferences, and showing up
for his game days.
• Make an effort to be a good role model. This
may be difficult if you suffer from self-esteem problems yourself,
but if you work to feel good about yourself and show your
child that you can make mistakes and learn from them, she
won't be as afraid to make them herself.
Written by Iris Wolfe
How do you help your child deal with low self-esteem?
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On the Web
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National Association for Self-esteem
Take
the Self-esteem Test
Ten
Activities to Build Self-esteem
Family
Education.com
CanTeach.com
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Is Your Child Suffering?
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Does this sound familiar? If so, your child may be suffering
from low self-esteem.
• My child frequently makes negative self-statements
like, "I'm no good" or "I can't do anything
right."
• My child is easily upset. He cries when his
work is corrected or she is distraught by everyday problems
she has with friends.
• My child hesitates to try new activities. He
won't get involved in Little League. She won't sign up for
Girl Scouts.
• My child is reluctant to demonstrate her abilities.
She won't raise her hand in class, even when she knows the
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