Primary school children need age-appropriate information about sex and reproduction. This is not one big talk, but lots of little conversations repeated. Puberty brings about dramatic physical and emotional changes that may be frightening to an unprepared child. Your talks will need to include topics such as the stages of sexual development, what to expect during puberty, sexual responsibility and relationships.
Explaining Sex To Children
Sex education for a primary school child mostly occurs in the way we talk about body parts and body functions, how we teach children to care for, respect and protect their bodies, and when we prepare our children for puberty. Choosing the right age to answer questions such as ‘Where do I come from?’ and ‘What is sex?’ is more about how comfortable your family feels talking about such topics, rather than there being a perfect time. Click here to Read more
The boarding schools on this list are highly selective schools with many more applicants than places for students. The acceptance rates are 25% or less. The schools are listed in alphabetical order. I have made no attempt to rank these schools as each one is unique. You need to assess schools on the basis of how they fit your requirements. The best school is always the school which fits best. Click here to Read more
Here are some of the basic messages to teach your child once he starts venturing out on his own by foot or on a bicycle:
- Stay in areas with other people around. Don’t take short cuts through alleys, deserted parking lots, or vacant lots.
- It’s better to be with a friend or a group of friends than to travel alone.
- Stay alert to your surroundings. Notice who is walking near you, particularly at your side or behind you. Be aware of places you could go to get help from an adult if need be.
- Avoid going into a public restroom alone. If you must, take the stall nearest the door and exit promptly when you’re finished.
- Never talk to strangers. Adults don’t need to ask for help or directions from children. Don’t take things from them, either. Keep a distance of two arm lengths between you and strangers so you are out of grabbing reach.
- Don’t walk or ride your bike near parked cars.
- Possessions can be replaced, but you can’t be. If a bully threatens you on the way home from school, for example, be ready to drop your backpack or books if you have to run away.
- Listen to your gut. If your instincts tell you something feels wrong, don’t wait to find out if your fears are justified. Leave fast and go to a safe area that has adults around who can help.
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The holiday season is fun and a time to be spent with family. But it is also a time children are at home and you don’t know what to do with them when they are bored. Get your children into the holiday spirit this season with some of the top and most loved holiday time movies. Here is a list of some of our favorite movies for children during Christmas. We have not ranked them because we could not possibly choose the best out of these wonderful movies.
When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. Based on the beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. Rated G. (Recommended for ages 3+) Click here to Read more
