Do you have a child who tends to see the problems, who thinks of the reasons that something can’t be done? Quite possibly, your child is a pessimist in the making. Over the course of a lifetime, pessimism has been linked with increased stress, high rates of depression, limited success, poor health and a shortened life span. What a favor we could do our budding pessimists if we could teach them to think more positively! Below are a few ways to challenge negative thinking in children:
It’s important to have a nice healthy snack waiting for your child after school. During a long day with only lunch, your child can become grumpy, tired and burnt out. It’s important to balance your child’s meals with healthy snacks. Healthy snack ideas don’t need to be complicated. The following are fun healthy snack ideas with a twist.
Sing along with Mickey, Minnie and Goofy
Party with the Wiggles
Sing along With Elmo and Friends
Veggie Tales Silly Songs
Sing along with Disney Princess Tea Party
Barney and Friends CD
Sing along with VeggieTales