You can combine parenting topics with the Books in the Home program. This week discuss the importance of
building self-esteem in children. When you read the book together point out how the mother builds self
Warm Up Activity— Do warm up activity with participants. Self-Esteem Bingo
Expectations— Ask parents what their expectations of the evening are. Flipchart
the responses and then try to meet those expectations.
Group Agreements— Review the Group Agreements.
Group Brainstorm & Discussion
Review what happened during the week
What kinds of literacy activities did you do at home last week?
Did you follow your action plan?
How did it go?
Self Esteem
Brainstorm why self-esteem is important to learning
Give out handout “Why is Self-Esteem Important to Learning” and discuss
Go over handout “Way to Build Self-Esteem in
Children” and “Ways to Praise Your Child”
Also you could talk about how reading and singing to
your child will build security which in turn will build
self-esteem.