Special Features - Parents - Sept 2014

The Chilliwack Progress Wednesday, September 24, 2014

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Chilliwack Agassiz Harrison

Volunteers Getting Kids to Volunteer

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olunteering is a great way for parents to instill character in their children.

When kids volunteer, they learn lessons about responsibility while also learning how enjoyable it can be to help. Kids who volunteer early in life are more likely to do so throughout their lives, and that lifetime of service can be invaluable. The right volunteering opportunity for a child often depends on the child's age. The following are a few age-appropriate ideas that can help get kids excited about volunteering and giving back to their neighborhoods.

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TRAVEL TIP

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hile many parents recognize the positive impact reading can have on their children, it's no secret that getting kids to embrace it can be difficult. Distractions such as television, video games and social media can draw kids away from reading. But parents who want to instill a love of reading in their children can take steps to ensure their kids don't miss out on the benefits of a good book. Reading to your children early on is the first step toward fostering a love of reading kids will develop and continue throughout their lives. Many parents read to their children before bedtime, but any time of day will suffice.

BOOKS How to encourage kids to read

Don't be discouraged if kids are not interested in books. Reading the newspaper, magazines and even comic books can help kids develop strong reading skills, an extensive vocabulary and inspire their imaginations. Young sports fans might be more inclined to read the sports page than a novel, so let them do so. Kids are more likely to embrace reading if what they're reading interests them, so encourage kids to read up on those interests, even if it does not involve picking up a book.

Visiting the library is a great way to encourage kids to read and kids with their own library cards tend to look at visits to the library as shopping trips where they can make their own choices about what they're taking home. And once kids reach a certain age, they can visit the library on their own. Parents can set a good example by reading as well. On trips to the library, check out your own book. Also take time to discuss the books they're reading.

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ravel consent letters for children travelling without a parent or guardian are not mandatory in Canada. However, the Government of Canada highly recommends that a child travelling abroad alone, with only one parent/guardian, with friends or relatives, or with a group, carry a consent letter signed by every parent or guardian who is not accompanying the child on the trip.

If you are uncertain as to whether or not a travel consent letter will be required, it is recommended that you contact the consulate of the destination country, and the airline or other carrier with which the child will be travelling, for further information.

There is no official format for a travel consent letter. However, the Government of Canada has an excellent website (travel.gc.ca) which answers frequently asked questions regarding children and travel abroad.

You will find a link to an interactive fillable PDF form which will allow you to create and customize your own form. It is not mandatory to have the consent letter notarized. However, it is strongly recommended that the signatures of the non-accompanying parent(s) or guardian(s) be certified by a lawyer, notary, or commissioner of oaths, as border officials will be less likely to question the authenticity of the document.

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better DRIVERS How to help teenagers become better drivers Traffic accidents account for many injuries and fatalities among teens. Education and practice are essential to helping teenagers become better drivers.

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new crop of teenagers is ready to take to the roads with their newly minted drivers' licenses.

Most teenagers are anxious to get behind the wheel because having a license and access to a car means freedom they may not have had before. However, parents and guardians may be worried about these teens on the road because they lack the practice and experience of more advanced drivers.

Continuing to educate young drivers about safety can help reduce the risk of accident.

Practice safer driving As with any activity, practice helps hone skills and teaches people through their own mistakes. Driving is no exception. Mistakes on the road can be serious; therefore, it is best for teen drivers to practice driving in areas that are not heavily populated or full of traffic. Parents may want to establish rules

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learning that the teen is not able to drive solo until he or she passes the requirements set forth

by Mom or Dad. Parents can routinely ride around with their teen children to gauge how progress is coming along.

Set a good example How their parents drive can influence how a teen drives. Think about your driving habits and how they may be perceived by your teen. Do you speed? Talk on the cell phone? Wear your seatbelt? Parents should be mindful of their own behaviours when driving and the impression those behaviours are making on youngsters.

Establish rules Distracted driving is claiming more and more lives each year. Many accidents are as the result of texting while driving. Parents can implement rules, such as that cell phones are not allowed to be on while in the car or the phone should be stored in the back seat or trunk while a teen is driving.

school zone tips Every school day, unless otherwise posted, a 30-km/hr speed limit is in effect in school zones from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Watch for school buses. Vehicles approaching from both directions must stop for school buses when their lights are flashing.

When you're dropping off your children in school zones, allow them to exit the car on the side closest to the sidewalk. Never allow a child to cross mid-block.

Before getting into your vehicle, walk around your vehicle to make sure no small children are behind it.

Always look for pedestrians when you're backing up.

If a vehicle's stopped in front of you or in the lane next to you, they may be yielding to a pedestrian, so be prepared to stop.

Driving is an activity that offers freedom and mobility. It is also one that places a very large and potentially destructive piece of machinery into the hands of a driver.

Education should be ongoing as teens learn to drive.

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What puts teens particularly at risk is the tendency of many young drivers to engage in reckless behavior and/or distracted driving.

It is often up to parents to reinforce the rules of the road and also consistently work with their children so that the teens can become better drivers.

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Elementary school children Volunteering activities for school-aged kids should be simple, such as accompanying their parents to food banks. Kids with grandparents in assisted living facilities can read to residents at the facility or bring them homemade arts and crafts. These tasks are simple, and kids won't feel nervous when accompanied by Mom and Dad.

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When kids reach middle school, they might not feel it's necessary for Mom and Dad to tag along as much. This is a perfect time for kids to branch out and choose their volunteer activities.

Kids who have been volunteering since early childhood might have some volunteering goals of their own by the time they reach middle school, so don't insist they continue with current activities if there's something else sparking their interest. Kids might want to help an elderly neighbor around the house or taking care of their property. Encourage such ideas, and expect kids to want to exercise some independence when they reach middle school.

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High school students are busy, but those who have been volunteering since childhood will likely find a way to continue doing so. Teenagers tend to have more specific interests than younger children, and parents can encourage teens to incorporate those interests into their volunteering.

For example, kids who love sports might be able to coach younger athletes. Or kids who excel in the classroom can tutor younger students. Volunteering can look good on a high school student's resume, but parents should be careful that they don't stretch themselves too thin with extracurricular activities. Encourage volunteering but not at the expense of schoolwork.

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Younger children may find it difficult to understand why they need glasses or they may forget to put them on or how to care for them properly. Parents may find it challenging to acclimate a child to eyeglasses, but there are a few strategies to help make that transition go more smoothly.

Shop together Children may be more receptive to eyeglasses if they get to choose those glasses. Glasses are personal and should be sized according to the wearer's face. Kids should select various pairs of glasses they like and try them on. Narrow down the pairs based on comfort, look and price. If your child likes a particular pair of glasses, it may be worth spending a few extra dollars for those frames, as kids are more likely to wear glasses they like.

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