Freaky Friday

I love the movie, Freaky Friday, starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan. It basically depicts a mother and daughter who had to change roles…the daughter became a working mom and the mother became a high school student. That said, I think adults need to all be sensitive to the challenges our children face each and every day. For some students, school has already begun. For other students, Labor Day marks the close of summer vacation and students stepping across the threshold of a brand new school year! Certainly, it’s a very exciting time for thousands of children across the country! Soon, I will have my third book published, “Recipe for Great Parenting”.

In the meantime, here are some quick tips for children of all ages:

-They need to have breakfast each morning to jump start their metabolism and get their minds and bodies ready for learning.

-How they look is very important to them, so be attentive and sensitive to their clothes, shoes, backpacks, hairstyles, and other accessories.

-Avoid spending too much money on school supplies until they get to school and the teacher(s) shares the required items needed for each class or subject.

-Make arrangements for lunch i.e. Meal card, sack lunch or lunch money. Many teenagers, especially, don’t eat all day!

-Everyday, ask your children about their day! Help them to work through challenges, celebrate their successes and plan for the next day.

-Praise your children for their accomplishments and avoid “put-downs” for their shortcomings.

-Set aside study time and location to complete their school work.

-Make sure that excessive television, play station, social networking etc. does not inhibit good study habits.

-Attend their school events and extra-curricular activities

-If you pray, then pray with them everyday!