Simple Acts

The Busy Family's Guide to Giving Back

• Author(s): Natalie Silverstein,
• Publisher: Gryphon House, Incorporated
• Pages: 144
• ISBN_10: 0876598130
  ISBN_13: 9780876598139
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Education / Schools / Levels / Early Childhood (incl. Preschool & Kindergarten) , Family & Relationships / General , Family & Relationships / Activities , Family & Relationships / Parenting / General , Self-Help / Personal Growth / Success , Social Science / Volunteer Work ,

Description:...

Take a fresh approach to community service and giving back. Teaching young children to be socially conscious, community-oriented, and eager to volunteer seems like a daunting task, especially for busy families with children of varying ages. Simple Acts brings busy parents practical, easy-to-do ideas to involve the whole family in volunteering and helping others in the community.

With step-by-step instructions, you'll learn:

• The proven value of service in raising compassionate children
• How to choose community-service options that are right for your family
• Ideas for integrating volunteering and service into your already-busy schedule
• Ways to help your children experience the deep satisfaction of helping others

Full of advice, tips, and real-life stories; this fun, easy-to-use guide helps parents and children of all ages incorporate hands-on community service experiences into their daily lives. You're never too young -or too old- to start giving back!