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Charles Schulz, the creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip reminds us to "Be yourself. Everyone else is taken!" This is good philosophy for us all and to model for our children.
 See side bar for information on Sharon's wonderful books for elementary-age children. There is a discounted price on the 5-book series that even includes a darling Nicholas puppet.
These books are "co-authored" by Sharon's beloved cocker spaniel Nicholas who shares true antics by him and his animal buddies to gently and lovingly present important living skills. Each book is filled with problem-solving exercises, delightful illustrations and easy-to-follow suggestions. His inquisitive childlike qualities make him the perfect guide on difficult and important subjects. See The Nicholas Collection at www.hrdpress.com/SharonScott .
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He suggests that we ponder these questions:
1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.
2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.
3. Name the last five Miss Americas.
4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.
5. Name six Academy Award winners for best actor.
6. Name the last five years' worth of World Series Winners.
How did you do? The point is that none of us remember the headliners of yesterday even though they were the best in their fields. The applause dies, awards tarnish and achievements are forgotten.
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Another list to think about:
1. List a few teachers who made a difference in your life. (Miss West and Sr. Caldwell)
2. Name several friends who have helped you through a difficult time (Liz, Karen)
3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile. (my list is too long to list!)
4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special. (Shirley, Chuck)
5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with. (Mother, Liz, Kellie, Elaine, Jane)
That list was easy for me. I totally failed the first list. I imagine you did too. The lesson here is that people who make a difference in our lives are not necessarily famous, wealthy or award-winners. They simply are the ones who care the most about us. Children often are attracted to popularity… adults sometimes to fame or money. Perhaps you will want to reflect on this as well as discuss this with your children.
Copyright © 2010, Sharon Scott. No reproduction without written permission from author.
P.S. Please see my other column, The Counselor’s Corner , about helping your child through loss and grief.
Sharon Scott, LPC, LMFT, has been making a difference in peoples’ lives for 30 years though her international keynotes and workshops, her eight award-winning books, and her private counseling services. Five of her books are a charming series for elementary-age children that she "co-authored" with her savvy cocker spaniel Nicholas. Each beautifully illustrated book teaches a valuable living skill such as managing emotions in Life’s Not Always Fair, building character in Nicholas’ Values, and making wise choices in Too Smart for Trouble. Sharon’s best-seller for teens is How to Say No and Keep Your Friends, 2nd Ed. Her books are available from HRD Press, 800-822-2801 or www.hrdpress.com/SharonScott . For more information on Sharon’s many workshop topics that she can bring to your child’s school or community, please see her website at www.SharonScott.com.
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Families Online Radio Interview with Sharon Scott
Books That Work!
By Sharon Scott
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Family counselor Sharon Scott is the author of 8 books including this delightful series for children that is "co-authored" by her savvy cocker spaniel Nicholas who makes learning valuable life skills fun.
 Too Smart for Trouble, a best-selling, award-winning book, teaches children to think on their own and how to say no when asked to do something wrong.
 Not Better... Not Worse... Just Different is must reading for children to learn to be more sensitive to others, avoid bullying and know how to handle teasing.
 Life's Not Always Fair is a child's guide for managing emotions and learning to soothe oneself when mad, sad, scared or confused.
Nicholas' Values is a delightful guide helping children develop good character traits such as honesty, confidence, sharing and so much more!
Too Cool for Drugs helps children learn why and how to say no to drugs--drug education must begin in the home at an early age!
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