Here is a fantastic story that I came across the other day. It moved me so much that tears ran down my face.

I thought you may be touched by it too, so here it is…

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I just don't get it! In this modern-day-in-age where empowerment, equality and enlightenment are at the forefront in every parents' mind, why the heck are the toy store aisles filled with shallow, sexist, less than innocent toys for our children!!

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As most of you already know, I am crazy about kid's art and art projects for kids that build confidence and self-esteem.

I feel it is very important for children to have the opportunity to create art in their own 'voice'. To discover who they are, what they can do and what is interesting to them personally.

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(For those of you over thirty 'Chill-ax' means to be cool and relax . Something we are going to have to do as parents if we really want our kids to succeed.)

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I know it sounds strange, but over praising your child's artwork can actually hinder the development of positive self-esteem rather than support it.

Just as you would tend to become suspicious of a friends' motives if they were constantly praising everything you did, "Ooh I love you hair and your clothes and your house and your kids and your husband!!!!"… Your child will quickly disbelieve your sincerity if you are constantly saying "Oh you're a fantastic artist, I could never do as well as you!"

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