{"product_id":"self-esteem-games-isbn-9780471180272","title":"Self-Esteem Games","description":"A delightful way to build children's self-esteem andself-confidence--from age three to twelve.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The key ingredient in children's development, emotionally,socially, and intellectually, is a strong sense of their ownself-worth. The 300 games and activities in this fun book will givethem just that. These joyful activities help children learn how tomake friends, express feelings, trust others, accept themselves,use their imaginations, and more. The book combines upbeat,positive advice--including tips for betterparenting--with step-by-step directions for each activity.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e BARBARA SHER, MA, OTR (Whitehorn, California) has 30years' experience as a teacher and occupational therapist,specializing in pediatrics. Under the sponsorship of the Center forIntercultural Education of Georgetown University, she conductsself-esteem workshops for parents, teachers and children around theworld.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A delightful way to build children's self-esteem andself-confidence--from ages three to twelve.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 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 justthat. Developed by author Barbara Sher over the course of thirtyyears as a parent, teacher, and play specialist, these joyfulactivities require no special preparation or equipment. Familiescan play a game virtually anywhere, with any number ofparticipants.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Combines upbeat, positive advice--including tips for betterparenting-- with easy directions for positive play.\u003cbr\u003e * Helps children learn how to make friends, express feelings,trust others, accept themselves, use their imaginations, andmore.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Barbara Sher, OT (Whitehorn, CA), has 30 years' experience as ateacher and occupational therapist, specializing in pediatrics. Sheconducts self-esteem workshops for parents, teachers and childrenaround the world. BEING UNIQUE!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Knowing my Strengths.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Enjoying my Name.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e GETTING TO KNOW ME!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e My Feelings.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e My Reactions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e My Senses.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e My Body.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e SHARING WHO I AM!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Telling Others.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Being with Friends.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Learning to Trust.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Expressing Affection.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Closing Thoughts.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Index.  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBARBARA SHER, an occupational therapist with an extensive background in child development, conducts workshops for parents, teachers, and children around the world. The mother of two children, she is the author of \u003ci\u003eExtraordinary Play with Ordinary Things, Popular Games for Positive Play,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSmart Moves: Inclusive Games for Academic Gains.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren are the flowers in our lives. This book offers hundreds of happy ways to help them bloom and flourish. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e300 EASY, PROVEN WAYS TO MAKE EVERY DAY A FUN DAY! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSelf-esteem games show children how wonderful it can be to be themselves—emotionally, socially, physically, and intellectually. By sharing the upbeat, thoughtful activities in \u003ci\u003eSelf-esteem Games,\u003c\/i\u003e you can reinforce your child’s positive feelings and provide a lasting foundation for learning.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeveloped by Barbara Sher over the course of thirty years as a parent, teacher, and play-therapy 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.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSPECIAL SECTIONS HIGHLIGHT: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnowing your strengths and abilities\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpressing everyday feelings and reactions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnjoying being unique—like everyone else!\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuilding relationships by being with friends and trusting others\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuilding confidence by getting to know your body and senses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFOR PLAY WITH CHILDREN AGES THREE TO TWELVE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jossey-Bass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47990003499237,"sku":"NP9780471180272","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780471180272.jpg?v=1761786179","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/self-esteem-games-isbn-9780471180272","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}