How To Teach Your Child Right From Wrong
By C LaRoy 0 - 1 YEAR
At this stage in life, the concepts of right and wrong are not possible to
teach. Rather, an infant who is shown warmth,cuddling and loving attention is
likely to grow into a healthy and happy adult.
1 - 2 YEARS
 Rather than scolding a child or arguing with him about misbehaver, try to
take preventative measures beforehand. If you don't want him pulling things out
the cupboards, make sure they are secured. At this age of short attention span,
discipline beyond a simple "no" is unnecessary and can have undesirable
effects.
2 - 4 YEARS
Children of this age, unable to understand abstractions such as generosity
and truth, imitate their parents. So set an example.Be firm in disallowing
undesirable behavior, but do so in a kind and friendly manner,without
attempting to explain why.
4 - 6 YEARS
This is the time where you can really take some positive steps to reinforce
your child's positive behavior. Give him lots of praise when it's due. Children
of this age respond well to simple reasoning and explanations. Concepts such as
truthfulness and generosity can be introduced. Continue to set an example of
acceptable behavior. The child at this stage wants to please you and wants to
be liked by others.
5 - 8 YEARS
Children develop a greater social awareness at this age. They understand the
basic rights of others when taught fairness,values and the need to follow
certain rules of behavior. Rules and limitations not only seem just to the
child, but give him a good feeling of security.
8 - 11 YEARS
Due to natural growth and influences outside the home, your child has likely
become more independent. He may begin to question your decisions, contradict or
argue. You must remain firm in the important matters and flexible in less
importantones. Demonstrate and discuss the child's duties and responsibilities
to friends, relatives and society. Set examples of moral behavior. Sex
education can also be important at this stage.
12 - 17 YEARS
These are normally rebellious years for most teenagers. Infact, teenagers
who never rebel are probably in emotional trouble. As a parent you must weather
the storm when your teenager begins to question and test conventional values,
rules and beliefs. If you've instilled a sense of values at an early age,
chances are he still retains many of those ideas. Try to keep lines of
communication open and don't push the panic button. If communication does break
down and tensions mount considerably, seek professional help.
18 YEARS AND OVER
At this stage most young adults are forming, or have formed, their own set
of values. However, life still holds for them many unanswered questions, and a
warm yet honest relationship can still go a long way in helping them reach
mature adulthood.
About the Author: I am a Resource Specialist, and a Credentialed Special
Education Teacher in the State of California for over 20 years. I received my
MA degree in Special Education from California State University. I have worked
with hundreds of children in both regular education and special education
classrooms. FREE INFO Available at http://www.911parenting.com
Source: www.isnare.com
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