June 2011: ParentLife Everyday
Each month ParentLife pulls together a one-page document for preschool and children's leaders and teachers that highlights articles that might help families they work with. But this also is a great tool for parents!
The articles below are in our current June 2011 issue of ParentLife. Read the articles that minister to your family and pass along a copy to those who might benefit from it!
Dads Need Mentors! Celebrate Father's Day as a church family by establishing a mentoring program for dads. Learn about the benefits of older men mentoring younger men and how mentoring made a huge difference in the life of one church and community (pp. 30-31).
Not every special need is visible. Reach out to families in your community who may be struggling with the diagnosis of a child with special needs. Encourage them with these 13 practical pointers (pp. 40-41).
On the Move. Is a family in your church getting ready to move? Help parents view relocation from a child's perspective.
Off to Church We Go. New parents can be nervous about leaving their infant with church caregivers. Address the concerns of these parents and help them prepare ahead of time for Baby's first trip to church (p. 11).
Safe Swimming. Do any of your summer activities involve the swimming pool? If so, be prepared to keep every child safe (pp. 42-43).
True or False? It is OK to eat food dropped on the floor if you pick it up within five seconds. Find out on page 16.
55 — The number of milligrams of caffeine in 12 ounces of Mountain Dew®. Are you making sure the children in your ministry are offered safe and healthy snacks (p. 12) and drinks (p. 18)?
Grandparent Encouragement. Offer hope and encouragement to grandparents who find themselves raising their grandchildren (pp. 39-39).
To download a PDF of the colorful ParentLife Everyday flyer, click the link below:
ParentLifeEveryday_June11.pdf
