Posts Tagged ‘empathy’
“Bad Behavior” in Good Kids. How Come?
Why “Bad Behavior” From Kids Who Know What Parents’ Expect? The phrase, “bad behavior” worries me because behavior is complex and has meaning. Children aren’t bad; they’re complicated. So, if a child speaks or acts in a negative way, he or she is not a bad child, but a distressed child. Finding Meaning in…
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UNHEARD CHILD SERIES: Unheard Pre-Schooler The best parenting style for preschoolers is one that builds self-confidence. Using parental intelligence always helps. Three and four-year-olds are very focused on being heard. “I” is a central word in their vocabulary. They are proud to announce: “I am Claire!” “I am Eddie!” They want you to listen.…
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