George Washington, often recognized as exceptionally honest, was inaugurated on this day in 1789. Open a discussion about honesty with your child. Remember though, that a child of four still has some developmental limitations for processing certain things. For example, he is beginning to know the difference between right and wrong, is showing a growing […]
Like many things, kindness is a quality that children learn over time and through practice. Thankfully, there are many things you can do to encourage your child to be a kinder, gentler person. Research has found that the desire to help and comfort comes just as naturally to humans as being self-centered or hurtful. “It’s […]
 1. Using a piece of poster board, create a “Things We are Thankful For” chart. Each night, over dinner or before bed (or whatever time works for you), recap your day/week and discuss things you are thankful for.  2. Take your child to serve at a homeless shelter/mission. Before, during, and after, talk […]
Sharing is an important process of growing up that we continue to learn and fine-tune, even in our adult years! As humans we are naturally possessive and protective of our things. However, over time we learn the pleasure of giving. Â As a parent, you know that the ability to share a favorite toy, or […]
To gain confidence, kids need to learn to cope with frustration. Â A child’s mixed emotions are the product of his young mind coming to grips with the complexities of his expanding world. Positive and negative emotions are central to his growth. Like all of us, an 18- to 36-month-old needs to learn to express […]
 The development of decorum varies from child to child. But between the ages of 2 and 5, your child is most receptive to learning the rules of polite conduct. “When children are very young,” says Linda Altman, a Georgia-based counselor and educator, “they want to do anything you ask. Grab the opportunity to teach […]
