Teaching our Children to be Brave

We all want our children to be brave. Not so brave that they’re not safe, of course! But brave enough to try new things and experience the great adventures awaiting them in Life. There are a few ways that we can help our children learn this kind of bravery.

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Be a Role Model

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Our children are always watching us and imitating us. It’s up to us to stop and think about what kind of example we are setting for them. Do we show bravery to them when it’s time to try something new or something we’re scared of? Show your child the different ways that you are brave and they will learn to follow your example.

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Listen and Talk

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Sometimes we assume that our children are scared of something for no reason and try to push them into doing it. Take the time to talk with your child and ask him what his reasons are for being afraid, Show him that you care enough to take the time to listen and help him work through any unreasonable fears.

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Expose Gradually

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If there’s something that your child is afraid, like roller coasters, consider taking baby steps toward facing that fear. Since Funderland has free admission, bring your child in just to walk around, look at the rides, see other children having fun, and have a picnic. Assure her that you will not be going on any rides during that visit. After that successful visit, come back again, but only try rides that aren’t as intimidating, like the Carousel and the Funderland Train. Stop by the Flying Dragon Roller Coaster only to watch. The next time, try to see if your child is willing to consider giving the roller coaster a try, but don’t push her until she feels ready.

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Encourage

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When your child displays bravery in some form, take the time to notice and talk about it. Praise him for making a brave choice and facing a fear or facing something that makes him uncomfortable. As you continue to encourage your child’s brave choices, he will naturally want to try more new and scary things.

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We encourage you to bring your brave children out to Funderland to experience the fun to be had in our local amusement park. And don’t forget – we’ve got an after school special going on through June 12!

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Enter to Win Our Brave & Beautiful Mother’s Day Giveaway

Mother’s Day is almost here and we love our moms! We know that every mom is amazing and deserves a reward. Help celebrate motherhood by entering our Brave & Beautiful Mother’s Day Giveaway! Not only will mom get something special just for her, but there are prizes for the family as well! One winner will receive the following prizes: Fun for Mom ~ $150 Massage Envy Gift Card, and Fun for Family ~ sixty Ride Tickets and four Meal Combos plus Cotton Candy.

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How to Enter:

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  • Visit our Facebook page
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  • Complete your entry by noon on 5/19/15
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  • After you submit your form, you’ll have the opportunity to share the giveaway with your Facebook friends and receive 1 bonus entry for every friend who enters!
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Brave & Beautiful Prize Pack Includes:

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  • $150 Massage Envy Gift Card
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  • 60 Ride Tickets
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  • 4 Meal Combo Vouchers
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  • 4 Cotton Candy Vouchers
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Save 50% (5/1-6/12) With Our After School Special

Our After School Special is Back!

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It’s time again for the wildly popular After School Special! Come enjoy some after school fun and rides with the kids from now until June 12!

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Come by the park any weekday from May 1, 2015 – June 12, 2015, from 3pm – 5pm and get an Unlimited Weekday Wristband for half price. Hurry in to take advantage of this great price!

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It’s the perfect time to come on in because our new and improved Backroads Buggies with significantly extended track reopens this weekend, Saturday & Sunday, May 2nd and 3rd!

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So head into the park, enjoy the sunshine, and let the kids burn off some extra energy after school.

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See you soon!