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Hot Tip
Don’t say, “Don’t Cry.” Instead say, “Ow!”
Did you know that crying is actually good for us? Crying is healing—it’s the body’s natural mechanism for releasing pain. Both physical and emotional.
And yet, for some reason, even I can find myself telling hurt kids not to cry. Why? Crying is natural, healthy, and soothing.
As a test, try singing along to Janis Joplin’s “Cry Baby” and not feeling instantly better.
Crying is healing—it’s the body’s natural mechanism for releasing pain.
I believe we do our kids a disservice when we deny their discomfort. Saying, “Don’t cry,” or shushing them dismisses their distress and teaches them to doubt their feelings. It also sends a message about who’s there for them.
So the next time a kid bumps their head at the library, try a validating, “Ouch!” Or if they cry at preschool drop-off, remind them that goodbyes are hard for everyone.
Kids appreciate it when I tell them I miss my mom too. In my experience, letting them vent their pain and extending some solidarity gets them back in action faster.
And I guarantee, if you play them the “Boo Boo Song,” they will relate.
Give Your Input – What’s the best way to treat a boo boo?
Featured Creator
This week, I’m featuring children’s musician, songwriter, teacher, and storytimer, Rose Lani Oyamot! Ms. Rose has taught me so much about the ukulele. She showed me how to keep the Hawaiian language alive by pronouncing it: “Oo-koo-le-le.”
Ms. Rose and her band, the Rosie Posies, have three streaming songs available with more coming soon. I play them every week after my library program and you should too!
And if you want to learn ukulele, check out the virtual course we taught together: Ukulele for Librarians and Teachers. Thank you for all the music joy, Ms. Rose!
Quote of the Week
You can learn to play ukulele and make music magic!
Rose Lani Oyamot
Important Dates
-Attend a Sing, Rhyme, and Play Program with Ms. Christina-
◊ Ukulele Baby Lap Time at the Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Fridays at 10:30 a.m., Ages 0-2
- June 13, 20, and 27
- July 11, 18, and 25
- August 1
◊ Children’s Song and Story Time at the Georgetown Waterfront Park
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., All Ages
- June 26
- July 10, and 24
◊ Dinosaur Pajama Party at the Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Saturday—July 19—at 11 a.m., All Ages
Final Thoughts
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