Helping to allay new school jitters. January 3, 2025 – Posted in: Blog, Children's Books, Starting A New School

Growing up, we faced many milestones, some of which we remember and many of which we forget, but that isn’t to say that they weren’t truly terrifying or wonderfully exciting at the time. As a parent, you must remember that you have lived through these occasions yourself and are more than equipped to help your child journey through them, too. ‘Riley’s Magic Shield’ focuses on a very important milestone that many children and parents find…

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Navigating the First Day: A Short Guide to Easing School Nerves for Kids February 14, 2024 – Posted in: Blog, Children's Books, Starting A New School

Starting school is a huge milestone in a child’s life, filled with excitement, new friends, and endless opportunities for learning. However, it’s not uncommon for children to feel nervous or anxious about this significant transition. As parents, guardians, or educators, there are various ways we can assist and support children in overcoming their school jitters. In this blog, we’ll explore some helpful tips and strategies to ensure a smooth and positive start to beginning the…

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The Power of Kindness: A Simple Act with Profound Impact November 9, 2023 – Posted in: Blog, Kindness

In a world that often seems chaotic and fast-paced, kindness stands as a timeless and essential virtue. It’s the gentle force that can brighten someone’s day, mend relationships, and even change the course of a life. Kindness is a universal language that transcends borders, cultures, and backgrounds. In this short blog, we’ll explore the incredible power of kindness and why it’s something we should all strive to cultivate in our lives. 1. Kindness is Contagious:…

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Bullies Need Love Too February 21, 2022 – Posted in: Blog, Bullying

Deep inside, bullies feel that interacting with others through bullying is far less painful than interacting with them as themselves. If you truly want to help a victim of bullying you need to help the bully first. “For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction” ~ Isaac Newton Imagine you were mugged one night coming home late. Would you ever go near that area again? Probably not. Would you start doing things and…

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Dealing With the Problem of Teen Bullying February 7, 2022 – Posted in: Blog, Bullying

Bullying is all too common in our society, and particularly in our schools, today and it is important to know just how to spot it and what to do about it. Many parents believe that bullying is simply a normal part of growing up and that it can actually be beneficial because it introduces children to the real world. To a degree there may be some truth in this but the problem is that all…

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How do we stop bullying? January 24, 2022 – Posted in: Blog, Bullying

How does it feel to be bullied and teased? Hopefully it is something we will never experience. Being a mother this is a topic very close to my heart. I live with dread that my child will be bullied. Every parent wants to protect their child but bullying often happens away from the eyes of adults. It is deliberate and is meant to harm. It is a horrible thing to experience whether you are a…

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The Secret Life of Bullies: Why They Do It—and How to Stop Them January 10, 2022 – Posted in: Blog, Bullying

Why do some kids turn to bullying? The answer is simple: it solves their social problems. After all, it’s easier to bully somebody than to work things out, manage your emotions, and learn to solve problems. Bullying is the proverbial “easy way out,” and sadly, some kids take it. Look at men who beat or intimidate their wives and scream at their kids. They’ve never learned to be effective spouses or parents. Instead, they’re really…

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The Benefits Of Compassion And Kindness January 3, 2022 – Posted in: Blog, Kindness

Most children are brought up in families where compassion and kindness towards other people is a common value. In these families, or even in whole communities and cultures, the impact of being kind and compassionate is seen as having a benefit to the other person. In reality, showing compassion, or an understanding of the challenges of another, as well as being kind to others can have a very big impact on yourself as well. People…

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How Do Teenagers Deal with Bullying? December 20, 2021 – Posted in: Blog, Bullying

Bully among teens is a big concern for both parents and teachers. It brings serious impact on Children’s schoolwork and health. How does teenager deal with bullying? Every day thousands of teens wake up afraid to go to school. Bullying is a problem that affects millions of students, and it has everyone worried, not just the kids on its receiving end. Yet because parents, teachers, and other adults don’t always see it, they may not…

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The Importance of Kindness December 13, 2021 – Posted in: Blog, Kindness

With the lead up to Christmas holidays we always like to think about the importance of kindness. It is said that just by witnessing acts of kindness it “inspires people to be better versions of themselves, and it encourages them to also act selflessly towards others.”(thinkkindness.org). There is a strength behind being kind to others that, unlike bullying, shows a person is strong and secure enough that they can risk being and being seen as…