Glow….

Back in my day it was the Light Bright, but today it’s the Glow Station. Kids will love anything that glows right? Those glow in the dark light sticks you see around Halloween each year, they’re always popular with kids. So, this Crayloa Glow Station is sure to be a hit for those kids on your Christmas list.

The Crayola Glow Station gives them the power to create and the images appear in the dark. It’s fun and entertaining. The colors appear in the dark like magic. It is sure to wow your child. Also for you space conscience parents it rolls up for easy storage and won’t take up a ton of space.

Help your child unleash their creative side with this fun gift for under $25.

Kid’s Personal DVD Player

If your kids love to watch cartoons as much as mine then you will definitely want to consider getting them a personal DVD player for Christmas this year. It will be a lifesaver for you in the car, when you’re having to wait somewhere, or when you want to watch TV and they want to watch cartoons. It can entertain them for hours, and you can choose what they watch.

These handy little players are small and easy for kids to use as well. Plus, they are more affordable than ever, at under $100 they can be a great gift this holiday season for the kids on your list of all ages. They would be a great gifit for any kid from preschool age to teens.

You can get them battery powered, or with the additional ability to plug into the car power to ensure longer battery life and allow you to watch for hours. Attach it to the car headrest for easy viewing and grab some headphones so that you can not disturb the other travelers in the car. You can ride in peace while your kids listen to their shows.

You will be glad you grabbed one of these on your next road trip.

Enter to Win Mighty Miracle Mist ~ Say It-Spray It

Enter contest to win one (1) 4-pack of Mighty Miracle Mist! You just have to see this new product! Perfect for parenting, grandparenting, daycare, teachers, home-schooling!

These bottles of “miracle” sprays are designed specifically for children, each adorned with a cute little teddy bear mascot. If your child needs help believing there are no monsters in her room at night, simply spray the Good Night spray around her bed and in her closets. Other sprays include: Good Thinking and Pay Attention, Cooperation and Sharing, and Kind Voice and Good Manners.

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How To Enter: Leave a comment after visiting the sponsor’s site
Deadline: November 26, 2008, at 11:00 pm EST

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Character Building ~ 3 Parenting Tips for Handling Peer Pressure

Peer Pressure Quote:

“There’s one advantage to being 102. There’s no peer pressure.” – Dennis Wolfberg

Since no child is 102, no child is free from peer pressure. Now you can help your child handle peer pressure before becoming an adolescent. How your child thinks at an early age becomes the foundation for later decisions.

Parenting Request from a Valued Newsletter Subscriber:

Would you include an article on peer pressure explaining how children can make their own decisions of right and wrong and how we can discuss this with them without getting an “attitude?”

Check out the parenting tips below. Ask your child the questions. Discuss the answers and role-play the solutions. If you do, you’ll be preparing your child to handle peer pressure, make good decisions, and build character too.

First Peer Pressure Parenting Tip – Handling Bullies:

“Let’s pretend a boy named Sam flunked his math test. A bully sees his grade and announces to the class, “Sam flunked the test. Sam’s a dumb dork.” Lots of kids laugh. Sam hangs his head and stares at his desk. How do you think Sam feels? What will you say? What will you do? Let’s roll play how you would like to react.”

Second Peer Pressure Parenting Tip – Handling Gossip:

“Let’s pretend the girls in your class act friendly to Gina. Behind her back they make fun of her clothes, her hair, and her weight. Gina is your friend. To “fit in” will you talk badly about Gina too? Why or why not? How would you feel if Gina knew you made fun of her? To be proud of your own behavior and feel good about yourself, what will you do and what will you say? Let’s act it out.”

Third Peer Pressure Parenting Tip – Doing the Right Thing:

“Let’s pretend your child’s friend, Alex, drew gross pictures on the wall outside your school. Nobody saw him except you. Today he hands you the marker. Will you take it? Why or Why not? If Alex doesn’t stop acting out, will you keep him as a friend? What would you like to say to help Alex? Would your words help you feel good about yourself too? Let’s act it out.”

Peer Pressure Conclusion:

When children are forced to make quick decisions, they don’t take time to think. Instead, they often react by following the crowd. Why not guide them now with social dilemma questions, discussions, and role-playing the solutions? You’ll be teaching them excellent social skills for life. You’ll be building character too.

Article by: Jean Tracy, MSS publishes a Free Parenting Newsletter. Subscribe at Kids Discuss and receive 80 fun activities to share with your kids.

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