by Mikelle Despain | Jan 15, 2018 | Values |
One of the most important foundations for your child’s happiness and success is self-worth. This means not only teaching them self-confidence (trusting their own abilities, qualities, and judgments), it also means they have faith in themselves, pride, and self-respect.
by Mikelle Despain | Nov 20, 2017 | About Kids Village, Values |
In celebration of Thanksgiving and as part of our November value of the month, Gratitude, Kids Village wanted to participate in a week of gratitude leading up to Thanksgiving. We are so grateful to everyone who has been part of Kids Village and helping our school and...
by Mikelle Despain | Oct 30, 2017 | Children and Learning, Values |
Teamwork and cooperation are two skills that can help a child achieve more in the real world. When we are working in an organization (community or professional), part of a partnership, or simply working with others to achieve a common goal, our success relies on...
by Mikelle Despain | Oct 24, 2017 | About Kids Village, Children and Learning, Values |
Well-roundedness is about more than just education. It’s also important to teach our children values. That’s why every year Kids Village holds the Humanitarian Haunt, which raises funds for a family- or child-related charity. This Haunt is more than just a...
by Mikelle Despain | Nov 30, 2016 | Values |
Gratitude is about more than an automatic “please” and “thank you” response when someone does something kind for you. Teaching children gratitude is about helping them learn to understand that in order to receive, someone else must give. It...
by Mikelle Despain | Nov 10, 2016 | Values |
It’s our duty as adults to teach our children how to be responsible and involved members of society. How can you begin teaching children patriotism at home? Here are some ideas.
