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Quote of the Week
"The last of the human freedoms is to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances." Victor Frankl
The One You Feed: Helping Your Children Find Their Way
"Each of us has two "wolves" within us -- the good one and the evil one. The one that grows is the one we feed, therefore it falls on parents to show our children how to make the right choices.
Clearly we want our children to find and feed the good wolf within. But how do we put that ideal into practice, especially when the evil one is so hungry." This article shows ways to recognize and starve the "evil wolf" as well as ideas for feeding the good one "tasty treats". [more]
Reading Corner
 Title: Good People Everywhere
By: Lynea Gillen Ages: 3 and up
"More than ever.children need to know that there are members of their community who can be there for them. The comforting illustrations, simple language and activities provide this reassurance and are the perfect springboard for rich discussions and lessons." --Andrea Burke, Teacher/Librarian, Portland, OR
Recommended by Cubs Editors
Be The Change
In this week's recommended book, the author offers a few ways to practice gratitude -- try one with your kids this week! - Give thanks at meals, before going to bed, and when you see something beautiful.
- Ttry to find something you like about each person you meet and give them a compliment.
- Find out where your food comes from and say "Thank You" to the people who have prepared it.
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