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Teaching Manners To Chilren - 5 Steps To Consider
We all enjoy being told our children are behaving well. Here are 5 things to remember when teaching your children manners.
1. Do not try too fast. If you are trying to teach your 2 year old to chew with their mouth closed you may not get very far. Think about the tremendous coordination it takes to do this. When your child is 5 or 6 though, they are ready.
2. Always, always set a good example. Take something like picking your nose. This may seem blunt but have you ever caught yourself doing the very thing you are trying to teach your child not to do? I know I have. 95% of what we do we learn through example.
3. Speak respectfully to your child. Have you ever observed a parent trying to drill respect into a child by being demeaning to that child? Your children learn by watching you. Try using words and phrases like "please" and "thank you" "Excuse me" and "I am sorry." Do this as early as possible in your child's development. Also the tone you use is just as important.
4. What language do you use around your children? Swearing is often a sign of poor education. If you do not want your children using foul language then be careful how you speak.
5. Respect for other adults. 100 years ago children were taught to say Mr. and Mrs. when addressing adults. It was considered good manners. Now, however, kids talk to other adults as if they are equals. Adults should be given the opportunity to instruct the child to use their first name.
In conclusion, always set the example first. Teach your children to be respectful with other adults and they will naturally be more respectful towards you.
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