Self-esteem Games: 300 Fun Activities That Make Children Feel Good About Themselves (Paperback)

The key ingredient in children′s development, emotionally, socially, and intellectually, is a strong sense of their own self–worth. The 300 games and activities in this fun book will give them just that. These joyful activities help children learn how to make friends, express feelings, trust others, accept themselves, use their imaginations, and more. The book combines upbeat, positive advice—including tips for better parenting—with step–by–step directions for each activity.

BARBARA SHER, MA, OTR (Whitehorn, California) has 30 years′ experience as a teacher and occupational therapist, specializing in pediatrics. Under the sponsorship of the Center for Intercultural Education of Georgetown University, she conducts self–esteem workshops for parents, teachers and children around the world.

A delightful way to build children′s self–esteem and self–confidence—from ages three to twelve.

The key to children′s development—emotionally, socially, and intellectually—is a strong sense of their own self–worth. The 300 games and activities in this fun book will give them just that. Developed by author Barbara Sher over the course of thirty years as a parent, teacher, and play specialist, these joyful activities require no special preparation or equipment. Families can play a game virtually anywhere, with any number of participants.

Combines upbeat, positive advice—including tips for better parenting— with easy directions for positive play.

• Helps children learn how to make friends, express feelings, trust others, accept themselves, use their imaginations, and more.

Barbara Sher, OT (Whitehorn, CA), has 30 years′ experience as a teacher and occupational therapist, specializing in pediatrics. She conducts self–esteem workshops for parents, teachers and children around the world.

From the Back Cover
Self–esteem games show children how wonderful it can be to be themselves —emotionally, socially, physically, and intellectually. By sharing the upbeat, thoughtful activities in Self–esteem Games, you can reinforce your child′s positive feelings and provide a lasting foundation for learning.

Developed by Barbara Sher over the course of thirty years as a parent, teacher, and playtherapy specialist, this collection of 300 self–esteem–building ideas requires no special preparation or equipment. You and your family can play virtually anywhere, with any number of participants. So come in, relax, and discover the joy.

SPECIAL SECTIONS HIGHLIGHT:

• Knowing your strengths and abilities
• Expressing everyday feelings and reactions
• Enjoying being unique —like everyone else!
• Building relationships by being with friends and trusting others
• Building confidence by getting to know your body and senses.

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