Perez Halpern May 2019 - English

Learning to Be Grateful SOME WAYS TO HELP CHILDREN APPRECIATE THEIR TEACHERS

Teacher Appreciation Week runs from May 6–10 this year, and there are plenty of ways students of all ages can thank their educators for everything they do. Being a teacher isn’t an easy job, and the people who make it their profession are passionate about helping kids learn. Depending on how old your child is, they may need a parent’s help in showing their appreciation. Here are a few ways parents and children can appreciate teachers together. Thank-You Notes This gesture is simple and sweet and can be very thoughtful. Telling a teacher what makes them outstanding can often be just as valuable as a gift. Help your child write an appreciative note and then write one yourself. Teachers often have to maintain the happiness of students, administrators, and parents. Your card could relieve some of the stress of that balancing act and let them know that you acknowledge their efforts. A Homemade Meal Making a homemade meal (or dessert) shows teachers that you went the extra mile to

appreciate their hard work. You could make a favorite dish of yours or try to find a new recipe online. Either way, encourage your child to help you with the process so that the meal is truly a gift from both of you. Donating School Supplies Many teachers use their own money to buy school supplies for their classroom. This is just one of the ways teachers go above and beyond on a daily basis, and buying some extra school supplies can help ease that cost. Take your child shopping with you and help them pick out supplies that you know their teacher will appreciate. Your children spend several hours a day with their teachers, so fostering relationships with them is vital. Use this day to help your children understand the importance of teachers, to teach them the power of gratitude, and to encourage them to show respect for everyone who helps them in life.

STAYING SAFE ON THE ROAD AND THE TRAILS

Be Aware of Sidewalk Restrictions In most areas, riding a bike on the sidewalk is restricted, so be aware of what’s allowed in the area you’re riding in. Use designated bike lanes when they’re available.

There’s nothing quite like riding your bike on a sunny day. As Meliha shared on the cover, learning to ride a bike is a milestone for many people. It gives a new sense of freedom and independence. It’s also extremely important that kids, and adults, follow bike safety rules. Here are the most important ones.

Practice Your ABCs A = Air. Check the air in your tires before you leave on a ride, and bring a pump with you on longer rides. B = Brakes. Make sure your brakes are in good working order before taking your bike out for a spin. C = Chains. Check to see that your chains are running smoothly and nothing is caught in them. When you or your little ones hop on your bikes this spring, follow these safety measures to have fun and stay safe when you go for a ride.

Always Wear a Helmet No matter where you’re biking, a helmet is important. It doesn’t matter if you’re 5 or 50; head injuries do not discriminate. Be Visible Wearing bright colors will make you more visible to drivers and other cyclists. You might consider wearing a neon safety vest if you bike in highly-trafficked areas. Always have a front and rear light on hand and use them, especially in the morning and evening.

Ride With, Not Against, Traffic Riding with traffic also helps you stay more visible to drivers. When you ride against traffic, you’re more difficult to spot because drivers aren’t looking for vehicles coming from that direction.

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