This helps your child think about how she would feel if the story were happening to her. This activity does just that. Sit down with your child. Make a list of items he needs and wants for next school year. Ask him to look for these things in newspaper ads.
Some parents think elementary schoolers are too young to learn about drinking and drugs.
But waiting can be dangerous. They're more likely to keep up that effort if you recognize their accomplishments. Help her assess the gains she's made. Look at both social and academic progress. This year, you got a lot better at speaking in front of the class.