Offer to Pick up the Kid’s after School
It does take a village, to work with the family, to raise a child and weather the storms of life. If we want that kind of support, the place to …
Stop at a Little Kids Lemonade Stand
They are taking action. That’s right. They’re not sitting on the sideline waiting for a handout. Maybe they have a goal to buy a new Hello Kitty Pencil Box or …
Help a Child with Their Homework
“All the research says the single best way to improve your child’s homework performance—and bring more peace to your home—is to insist on a daily schedule or routine,” says Ann …
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Day
It is time to say “Thank You” to the special teachers that you know. Let them know that they are appreciated for all that they do. Use #TeacherAppreciationDay to post on social …
Donate Stuffed Animals to Benefit Children during Emergency Situations
Stuffed Animals For Emergencies (SAFE) is a 19-year-old non-profit organization run completely by volunteers (we call them chapter members). We collect various items such as stuffed animals, books, coloring books, …
Make Time to Read Together
Making time and space to read together is the simplest, most effective way to nurture compassion in yourself and your children. A good book opens the door to a new …
Tutor Children during or after School
Tutoring elementary school children can be a rewarding and meaningful undertaking. Not only do tutors help remove barriers to academic success, they also act as educational role models, help make …
Knit or Crochet Baby Blankets to Give Away to Hospitals
By adding color and warmth to an often stark Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Parents sleep with the blankets before placing them on these precious new lives.By providing comfort to parents …
Generously Share Your Knowledge
As John Maxwell has suggested, you need to continually look for opportunities to add value to others. Chances are that you have a level of experience and knowledge others do …
Call or Write a Teacher That Made an Impact on Your Life
We all remember a favorite math teacher, coach or music instructor whose enthusiasm inspired us to try that much harder to achieve our dream. Spend a few minutes and let …
Be a ‘Guest Reader’ at Your Child’s School
Reading Volunteer Being the class “guest reader” is usually something you can do once a month, perhaps after drop-off or during your lunch hour. If you travel for work, ask …
Go to a Friend’s Kid Event. Sports, Dance, Etc.
It really means the world to the parents. Click on the link below for some LOL’s. Source: Buzzfeed Go to a Friend’s Kid Event. Sports, Dance, Etc. was last modified: …
Don’t Interrupt When Someone Is Talking to You
Knock Knock. Who’s there? Interrupting cow. Interrupting cow wh…? MOOOOOOOO! Source: Readers Digest Don’t Interrupt When Someone Is Talking to You was last modified: January 14th, 2017 by Audrey Graziano
Offer to Babysit so New Parents Can Get a ‘Date Night’
New parents can forget that they used to date each other. An offer to babysit from a trusted friend can offer them a date night-just like old times. Remember that …
Take the Kids out for Ice Cream
Few things in life are better than eating an ice cream cone on a hot day. Like maybe finding your soulmate. So now is it even a question of packing …
Say Thank You
It’s what your parents always remind you to say. Now you can dazzle your friends and relatives by saying it in 26 different languages. Source: Fact Monster Say Thank You …
Gift a book that you have already read
Anyone who read a book as a child knows the power of a good piece of literature. Whether it’s a fictional adventure to imaginary lands, a biographical piece with lessons …
Be encouraging
The ability to give encouragement comes from a grateful heart. A heart of love. And a heart to bless others. Encouragement is a selfless activity. Those who make a point …
LISTEN. Really listen to someone
Listening is one of the most important skills you can have. How well you listen has a major impact on your job effectiveness, and on the quality of your relationships …
Share an overheard compliment
Compliments are little gifts of love. They are not asked for or demanded. They tell a person they are worthy of notice. They are powerful gifts. But compliments work only …
