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What Have You Learned From having a Pet?

February 22, 2012 By
Do you have a pet? Having a pet is a wonderful way to learn responsibility and companionship, and they can become some of our best friends!

February 20th was Love Your Pet Day. It is a day devoted to showing your furry, feathered or scaly friends how much you care. Avani showed her pets some love by posting about them on NewMoon.com! And you can make every day Love Your Pet Day by showing your animals how much you care year round.

 

There is also a entire week devoted to pets! National Pets Week is celebrated in the spring, and is a way to promote responsible pet ownership and celebrate the bond between humans and their pets!

 

It takes a lot of work and patience to own a pet, but many New Moon Girls have found it to be a rewarding experience. Andrea shared a story about the incredible bond she had with her first pet hamster, Stephanie. Erin talks about the love and affection pets can share with their owners.

 

From cats and dogs, to guinea pigs and birds, there is a lot of helpful information on NewMoon.com about all kind of pets and how to care for them. Check out  Luna Pets for message boards devoted to pets and animals girls love. Take the many polls and quizzes about owning pets. You can even join clubs like Lily’s Animal Club!

 

While there are many pets who are loved and taken care of, there are still millions waiting to find a family to love them. Do you want to know how you could help out animals like these?

 

Check out Luna’s story on how you can help local pets. Be sure to read Brittney’s story on Animal Rights, and Ellen’s list for animal lovers on how they can help stand up for animals who can’t stand up for themselves.

 

Do you have a pet? What has having a pet taught you? Are you unable to have a pet, but still love animals? Let us know in  your comments below!

Emily

New Moon Intern

Filed Under: New Moon Girls News

Do You Feel Too Busy For Homework?

February 15, 2012 By

Do you ever find yourself with so much to do, homework and studying seems to be the last thing on your list?

It is easy to get so caught up in after-school activities, hanging out with friends, volunteering or working that it is hard to find time do homework. And when you have tons of homework, it sometimes seems easier to just not do any of it!

Not to fear, many New Moon Girls have shared helpful hints when it comes to doing homework on a busy schedule!

 

With everything we have going on in our lives, it is easy to become overstressed. To keep your cool when you have too much to do, check out Sara’s stress relief tips! It is also important to remember that while working hard for good grades is important, it is never worth stressing yourself out. If you struggle with balancing life and school, check out the Straight A’s message board!

For more helpful tips on how to study and to share your own, check out the “How to Study” message board!

Do you feel like you have a billion things to do? Do have difficulty finding time to do your homework? What tips have you found helpful when it comes to school and studying? Share with us in the comments below!

Emily

New Moon Intern

Filed Under: Body & Feelings, Sister to Sister

Feel the Power of Positive Thinking!

February 8, 2012 By

Did you know that the way you think can affect what you accomplish? Have you ever seen the power of positive thinking?

February is Expect Success Month, a month devoted to positive thinking and achieving your goals! When you think positively and expect success, you are more likely to get it. If you have a negative attitude and believe you will fail, it is more likely that you will.

Positive thinking, hope and determination are the main themes in Jane, 13, New York’s story “Swimming My Way to Victory,” about the power of having a great attitude! Cassandra, 12, Minnesota’s also wrote about positive thinking in her story “Pikey The Positive.”

Positive thinking is also the idea behind movements like Operation Beautiful. The power of a post-it note with a positive message could be so great for someone who needs to hear it. Check out Project Beautiful, a very similar idea from Marianna, 13, California!

Sometimes it is hard to think positively about something like saving money, finishing a project or passing a test. Here are a few tips on how to expect success and achieve it:

  • Rid yourself of negative thoughts. What you think affects how you act and negative thoughts do nothing but weigh you down!
  • Instead of thinking “I can’t,” think “I can and I will.” When you can envision yourself achieving your goal, it will be easier to stay on the right track.
  • Remember that setbacks are normal. When you hit a snag, don’t give up! Hard work and determination can overcome even the most difficult obstacle.
  • Never never never give up!
  • Expect to be successful and push hard toward your goal.

Check out Marie and Anna’s awesome poems about positive thinking and expecting success! Read others’ success stories and share your own on the Positive Thinking message board.

Remember, your attitude can play a big part in whether you are successful in achieving your goals or not. Expect success, envision success and don’t give up and you are more likely to get what you want!

Lara, 11, New Zealand says “You Are What You Think.” What do you think? Have you expected success and achieved it? How important have you found positive thinking to be in accomplishing your goals? Let us know in the comments below!

Emily

New Moon Intern

Filed Under: Body & Feelings

Celebrate African-American History Month!

February 1, 2012 By

February is African-American History Month! How much do you know about African-American History? How do you celebrate African-American heritage?

African-American History Month is a great time to recognize and honor the contributions African-Americans have made to United States history. It is also a great opportunity to learn more about the brave women and men who helped to shape the country into what it is today.

The idea for African-American History Month began in 1926, when a historian named Carter Woodson hoped to raise awareness about the important contributions of African-Americans to the nation’s history. That year, Negro History Week was celebrated.

As time went by, more and more Americans started to recognize and appreciate the celebration, but it wasn’t until 1976 that the celebration was extended to an entire month.

It is now a month to honor the accomplishments of all African-Americans throughout history. This years theme is “African Americans and the Civil War,” which honors the efforts of African-Americans to bring an end to slavery.

How much do you know about African-American history? Test your knowledge with these informational quizzes about African-American history and Martin Luther King Jr.

New Moon Girls know a lot about African-American history and heritage! Hannah, 14, Maryland wrote an awesome story about President Barak Obama, the first African-American president of the United States. Grace, 11, Minnesota shared a book review of “Roll of Thunder, Hear my Cry,” about the mistreatment of African-Americans after the end of slavery.

Myriah, 10, Oklahoma shared recipes for “soul food,” check them out here!

Are you or someone you know of an African-American background? Share your story and traditions on the Ethnic Backgrounds message board!

How much do you know about African-American history and heritage? How will you celebrate this month? Share with us in the comments below!

Emily

New Moon Intern

Filed Under: New Moon Girls News