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Make parenting go a little smoother and raise children who are responsible, honest and caring.
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It is important for children to socialize with other children. Model for your children how to express their feelings with words. Encourage them to share, to take turns, to be respectful of each other, and to be kind.
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Read to your child, even at an early age. Have your child retell their favorite stories, or even have them read to you. Reading with your child is a way to spend valuable time together, and to foster the foundation of literacy skills.
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Children like to know what is expected of them, so consistency is important. Try to develop a daily routine, such as a time for meals, snacks, playtime, naptime. Children feel comfortable when they know what’s coming next.
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Teach your child values. Discuss with your children the importance of being honest, of being fair, of being respectful, of caring for others, and of being patient and understanding.
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and she flies to a place where she’s loved...
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Model the kind of behavior you would like to see in your children. When you catch your children acting inappropriately, show them a different way of acting by modeling it for them. Discuss behavior with them and give them examples of how you would like to see them behave.
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Even young children can learn to be responsible for themselves, and to be helpful to you. Encourage your children to begin to dress themselves, to help clean up their toys around the house, and to help with minor household chores. By practicing responsibilities, you are helping them to establish good habits.
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It is important to have realistic expectations from your children. All children are different, and every family situation is unique, yet there are general guidelines on what to expect from children at different stages in their development.
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and she flies to a place where she’s loved...
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ncrete Be kind to yourself— parenting isn’t always easy. No one is perfect and we learn as we go. Take the time to celebrate the great things you’ve done as a parent, and to anticipate the best from your children!
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