Yes, this is the joyous time of year that holidays descend upon us. The next three months will be a flurry of activity and kids will be immersed in the excitement of Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, whatever. There seems to be a holiday for everyone.
No doubt it is a joyous time, and children and adults can become enveloped by the excitement.
Don't forget to take the time to be charitable to others with gifts, but charitable in deeds, as well. Most of us are well intentioned, but get caught up in day-to-day stuff. This year why not make a conscious effort to make a difference during the holiday season.
It is a perfect time to help young people understand social responsibility and their role in creating a better world. This is no time to preach to them. If they are very young, they may not fully comprehend, if they are a bit older, they might just tune you out. As always, children learn by example....do something good for others and let your child catch you doing it!! Better yet, have them help you. It's the best lesson you can teach them this holiday season and you can have fun doing it together.
Bake cookies and take to a nursing home.
Buy and wrap toys for other children - Toys for Tots, etc.
Help prepare and serve a meal at your local food pantry or Salvation Army.
There are many things you can do if you put on your creative hat. Ask your child or the young person your are mentoring, they will have some great ideas.
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