Kids Korner

Learning to live in the "real world" begins when kids reach school age. The foundation that was built during the toddler stage is now ready to expand. Where parents were the most influential before, now there are teachers and friends who will also have a significant impact on a child's life. What a great stage to focus on teaching your child the importance of generosity, kindness, and being good stewards of the earth - by being a great role model for them to follow! This is where they uncover their unique interests, talents, and abilities. Encourage them to explore, be creative, and discover new and exciting things!

Featured Kid

Congratulations to Erica Erway, age 12, from Cadillac, Michigan, who is the winner of the Spirit Wings Kids logo contest that was held in November/December 2007. Erica's beautiful and touching design is featured on the homepage of our website, www.spiritwings.com, and will also be used on all of our Spirit Wings letterhead, and wherever we want to bring attention to our charity! Erica received a $100 Visa gift card, plus $100 contributed to the charity of her choice. Thank you, Erica, for sharing your wonderful talent with Spirit Wings Kids, Inc.!

Article Contest:

We're looking for kids, age 6-12, to write articles about "Kids Making a Difference" or "Ways Kids Can Contribute." Do you know a kid (maybe even you!) who is doing something to make a positive difference in their school, neighborhood, community, or the world? Or do you have some great ideas about how kids can contribute to others, or even to help our environment? If your article is chosen, you'll receive a $50 Visa gift card! Articles must be received by July 30, 2008.

 Submit your 200-300 word article along with your:
Name
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Phone# and age to:
 
Spirit Wings Kids, Inc.
P.O. Box 125
Larsen, WI  54947 

This month's tip:

Teaching kids how to care for their bodies by eating healthy and getting regular exercise is important at this stage and will help them develop healthy habits that last a lifetime. Schedule ongoing "appointments" with your child to take a bike ride, walk around the neighborhood, or play basketball at the park. Afterwards, help him choose a healthy snack.