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Program 6. Raising Children to be Good People
How can we help children notice the needs of others while treating them
kindly?
As children mature, how can we help them discover their gifts?
What should we do differently to help our children develop into humans
who care, who relate well to others?
1. Strong loving relationships are the foundation.
Do you ever get so annoyed with one individual, that you lose sight of
the good they do? How can you prevent this?
If we invest, even a little, in our children, we will gain a lot.
What are some ways you invest in your children? Do you appreciate the
good things they are already doing? Is there any way you want to improve?
2. Teaching promotes growth
Consequences should not be used as punishment.
What are some ways you can teach your children without punishing them?
Children learn by example.
Think about the examples you are setting for your children. What is
already good?
Is there anything you wish to do differently?
What are ways you invite discussion and learning with your children?
3. Making a difference makes a difference
How might you be able to teach a child that helping can be healing to
others? Do you have favorite stories or examples to share?
What are some ways you can cultivate kindness into your child’s life?
What situations do you find yourself negotiating in?
In what ways do you find yourself being considerate with your children?
In what ways would you like to do better?
For additional information, see web units at
www.arfamilies.org. Of
particular relevance to this program are:
Helping Children Learn to Respect Other People;
Teaching Values in Your Family; and
Characteristics of Strong Families
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