Parents Retreat & Prayer Requests

Reminders for parents and caregivers

From the back of the book — Appendix A of Mighty Hopeful.

• Tell children that they are loved and wanted daily.
• Provide a safe place for children to express their feelings about the physical and emotional changes occurring in their bodies, along with validating that these changes are normal and necessary. A child needs to be celebrated and comforted by adults to help lessen the feelings of shame, guilt, or isolation.
• Use meal time and alone time with children to inquire about specific issues or concerns they are having, such as peer pressure, bullying, and personal matters. A child needs to know bullying is not accepted or tolerated.
• Be present and available. A child needs to know they are listened to and given individual attention. It is important for a child to know that they do not have to compete with outside distractions such as the phone, social media, or adult schedules while sharing their feelings.
• Speak positive and life-giving words over your child daily consistently and purposefully. A child needs to hear positive affirmation at least three times a day.
• Use the storyline of Mighty Hopeful to reinforce figurative speech lessons. Children learn best when they can connect concepts to real-world examples.
• Remember that Hope, Love, and Courage can be activated by Faith.

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