What is a hero?
August 06, 2015 01:52 PM
It's #thinkaboutitthursday, and today we will discuss what it means to be a hero. Tots tend to love superheroes, but how do we encourage them to be heroes themselves? They see combat as a way to be a hero through most comic books, but let's show them that they have the power to be a hero in the lives of those around them.
Questions to Ask:
1) What is a hero?
2) Why do you like superheroes?
3) What powers do you need to be a hero?
Your Tot likely knows about Superman and Batman and Ironman, but tell them about the heroes in everyday life. Of course there are firefighters, police officers, doctors, etc… But also share with them that they have the power to make a difference in their world: hold the door for someone, return someone's cart at the grocery store, offer water to passersby on a hot day, or even see how a smile and nice word can be contagious.
I have book called Do Nice, Be Kind, Spread Happy that includes some great ideas for acts of kindness. This is a great book to have around for when the mood strikes to be a hero in your neighborhood! So go forth and spread happy!
Questions to Ask:
1) What is a hero?
2) Why do you like superheroes?
3) What powers do you need to be a hero?
Your Tot likely knows about Superman and Batman and Ironman, but tell them about the heroes in everyday life. Of course there are firefighters, police officers, doctors, etc… But also share with them that they have the power to make a difference in their world: hold the door for someone, return someone's cart at the grocery store, offer water to passersby on a hot day, or even see how a smile and nice word can be contagious.
I have book called Do Nice, Be Kind, Spread Happy that includes some great ideas for acts of kindness. This is a great book to have around for when the mood strikes to be a hero in your neighborhood! So go forth and spread happy!
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