Homeschooling offers a unique opportunity to integrate service learning into your educational curriculum. Engage in projects like creating care kits for foster children, community clean-ups, and senior pen pal programs to develop empathy, environmental stewardship, and communication skills. These projects enhance homeschooling and teach the value of empathy, service, and civic responsibility.
Social Studies and Service Learning: A Perfect Homeschool Pair
Homeschooling offers a unique opportunity for families to tailor education to their children's needs, interests, and strengths. One of the most effective ways to enhance the homeschooling experience is through project-based learning, particularly service learning, which combines community service with curriculum objectives. Social studies, with its focus on history, geography, civics, and cultures, pairs perfectly with service learning to provide a well-rounded, engaging, and impactful educational experience.
7 Tips for Positive Communication with Families in Your Classroom
Effective communication between educators and families plays a crucial role in a child’s academic success and overall development. When teachers and families work together, they create a supportive environment that fosters learning and growth. However, maintaining positive communication can sometimes be challenging, especially in today’s fast-paced world. To help educators navigate this important aspect of their role, here are seven tips for fostering positive communication with families in your classroom
5 Easy Ways to find Volunteer Opportunities for Kids
The Kindness Clubhouse promotes youth involvement in service projects. Global Youth Service Day in April, Hunger Action Month in September, and Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week in November highlight key times for kids to volunteer. The post suggests 5 ways to find age-appropriate volunteer opportunities, including community agencies, schools, personal discussions, outdoor activities, and Youth Service America.
Top 12 Books Recommendations from Moms who R.O.C.K.
Hello! Welcome to our Project Stella Resources Blog! We recently finished up our Moms who R.O.C.K. (Radiate Outrageous Compassion & Kindness) Conference. At the end of the conference, during our LIVE Q&A sessions, I asked our presenters for book recommendations they have for personal development and parenting. New here? I have these blog posts to help … Continue reading Top 12 Books Recommendations from Moms who R.O.C.K.
5 Awesome Ways to Appreciate Kids for being Kind and Compassionate to others
Hello! Welcome to Kindness Clubhouse! There are SO many benefits to making recognition and appreciation a priority at home, at work, and in the classroom. It creates a more positive environment, keeps people coming back, and serves as an amazing recruitment and publicity tool. It is one of my quick tips for Service Project Coordinators. … Continue reading 5 Awesome Ways to Appreciate Kids for being Kind and Compassionate to others
50 Books Your Child Should Read before Turning 8, Part 5 – Courage
This is Part Three of a Six Part Series on the 50 Books Every Child Should Read Before they Turn 8. All of these books teach valuable life lessons on: Part One: Responsibility Part Two: Perseverance Part Three: Kindness Part Four: Family & Friends Part Five: Courage Part Six: Exploration & Discovery *You can click on … Continue reading 50 Books Your Child Should Read before Turning 8, Part 5 – Courage
5 Ways Volunteering helps Reduce a Teen’s Anxiety
This post shares a personal experience with anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts, and emphasizes the positive impact of volunteering in reducing anxiety for teenagers. It discusses how volunteering increases self-worth, develops new skills, connects with positive role models, fosters gratitude, and helps in getting "out of their head". The author also offers resources for starting volunteering.
7 Ways to fit Service in your Family’s Busy Schedule
Hello! Welcome to the Kindness Clubhouse! I was talking to my mom on the phone the other day when she said, "you should teach families with busy schedules how to do service without it creating more to do." My mom has a really good point (she usually does). I remember growing up with three sisters … Continue reading 7 Ways to fit Service in your Family’s Busy Schedule
12 Inspiring Movies for your child to watch on break
The following is a list of 12 movies and documentaries that are recommended to inspire children and teens. Some inspire acts of kindness while others inspire you to be yourself - even when faced with challenges and adversity. As with any of my recommendations, I strongly encourage parents to view the films for themselves first. … Continue reading 12 Inspiring Movies for your child to watch on break
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