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Teach your children sportsmanship by setting an example.
Nashville, Ark. – You have probably seen them. Parents, grandparents, and other adults who are more into their child’s ballgame that the child is. They bite nails, shout at the umpires, coaches, or other team players. We may even BE them from time to time. But even if we are that spectator, we can all agree that we are annoyed by people who live and die by their child’s performance in sports. Support is one thing, but stress inducing pressure and negative behavior is something else.
Ballgames can be stressful for parents and grandparents. We all want our child to do well. When the stakes feel high, the stress goes even higher. Showing support for your child is a big thing! Children love to play the game, and they love having people watch them. However, when the people they love behave badly, it can add more stress to the situation through embarrassment, anxiety, disappointment, and added pressure. It also sets a poor example for the kids you came to cheer for.
Here are few tips for easing the stress and setting a positive example for your young athlete.
Additional information may be found at: https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=teaching-children-good-sportsmanship-1-4524
https://extension.psu.edu/parents-making-youth-sports-a-positive-experience-role-models
https://appliedsportpsych.org/resources/resources-for-coaches/encouraging-good-sport-conduct-in-athletes/
For more information on parenting or personal relationships, contact the Howard County Extension Office at 870-845-7517 or check out the website https://www.uaex.uada.edu/life-skills-wellness/personal-family-well-being/family-life-fridays-blog for lots of information on every day challenges. The Cooperative Extension Service is part of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.
Looking for a strawberry dessert for spring celebrations? This one will be perfect for any occasion. It requires a little time, but the results are delicious!
Graham Cracker Crust:
Filling:
Strawberry Glaze:
*Note use 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries in place of frozen strawberries.
For crust:
For Filling:
For Strawberry Glaze
By Jean Ince County Extension Agent - Staff ChairThe Cooperative Extension ServiceU of A System Division of Agriculture
Media Contact: Jean Ince County Extension Agent - Staff ChairU of A Division of AgricultureCooperative Extension Service421 N. Main St, Nashville AR 71852 (870) 845-7517 jince@uada.edu
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