First of All, Your Child Is Special

First of All, Your Child Is Special


The mental and emotional health of your child is just as
important as physical health. From the earliest moment, a child
needs to feel that he or she is special and cared about by
family members and friends.

A child who enjoys good mental and emotional health is
able to approach new situations with confidence. When children
are comfortable with themselves, they can express their
emotions in a positive way. As children learn to value
themselves and develop confidence in their ability to make
responsible decisions, they are building a sense of self-worth
or self-esteem.

Parents and teachers share the responsibility for helping
children build self-confidence. A child who is confident is
more successful in everyday interactions with peers and adults.
Confidence in one's ability to learn new and difficult skills
can affect future achievement, as well. Developing a trusting
relationship with your child, establishing open communication,
and recognizing personal achievements are all important. When
children know they can do something well, it makes them feel
special.


Get Ready, Get Set, Grow Up Healthy


From the time your child is born, there are ways in which
you can help your child learn how to grow up healthy. This book
has activities that help children

* understand their emotions and build self-esteem;

* eat the right foods;

* prevent disease;

* and build strong bodies.

The book also has safety tips, ways to help your child say
"no" to drugs, a section on parents and the schools, a
bibliography, and a chart to help you keep track of your
child's vaccinations.