Parenting and Teaching Children in Rango Village
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"Mommy, it's Easy for Me," can Turn to Arrogance or Helpfulness with Your Words to Your Child
I was inspired that day by a mother's response to her child. We were out walking behind our home up a fairly steep hill. My friend's two children w... -
He's on the Roof; I think it's Dangerous - Guide your Child to Obey in Social Situations
Andrew, another friend and father came in from outside and walked up to us. He greeted us and hesitated a bit before turning to Sarah, "Your son was up on the roof. I think it's dangerous."
Sarah seemed solemn and thoughtful about this and quiet. She nodded a slight nod and Andrew left. The she looked at me and said, "He knows he's not supposed to be up there."
The next thing I pondered was, "What motivation did the child have to obey his mother?" This is really important if the child is to be safe, he needs a reason to do what he's told.