October is BULLY Prevention Month

October is National Bully Prevention Month. I myself find it
disheartening that we have a month dedicated to the topic of bullying.
This tell us that there is a problem, when a month recognizes a topic,
be it diabetes, breast cancer awareness, etc. When there is cause for
prevention, there is a cause. So, let's teach our children to not bully,
not be a bully and how to help others who are bullied.

As a parent, an educator and an entrepreneur I still hold my image by
doing the best that I can to be a role model. For not only are children,
but, adults and the community is watching. Watching what you do,
listening to what you say and gathering their own opinion of who you
are. Don't Be A Bully! Children want to be like us when they grow up, we
are their role model and they are listening to what we say, watching
what we do and mimicking our own behaviors.

Above is one of the nine Characters of Character, Warm-Hearted Walrus.
This character teaches children to be kind, compassionate, not to bully
and how to be of good character. I host a painting class at the
Grayslake Park District once a month and this is the trait for October.
You can register online
to come paint along with me and learn about Warm-Hearted Walrus on
October 19th from 10:00-11:00. Ages 1-5 with an adult and ages 6-10
welcome!

We BELIEVE ALL CHILDREN ARE SUPER! The Characters of Character now has a Superhero Activity Box which is available on line
and mailed to your doorstep for your own children to about the
Characters of Character. A simple, fun, engaging and empowering way to
discuss good character.

Children learn in different ways, I'm a visual person, so, I love to
paint, color, draw and write. Others may enjoy reading, talking, art,
etc. No matter how we learn, it's important to expose our children to
different mediums so that the are excited to learn. Our newest product
are the CofC Superhero Society Badges! Children love to wear them, they
are reminded to be of good character and they can collect all nine,
share them with a friend, and spark a conversation about the character
and what they each represent. Also available online.

Let's Make The World Better Together! You can reach me at jonidowney310@gmail.com
Characters
of Character is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose
mission is to provide a firm foundation for children to establish strong
civic values. Your support is appreciated.

If
your child is in Scouts, I love to paint with the Troops, or elementary
classes as well as early childhood classes. Just reach out!