Parenting guide
Article overview
✅ "Do you want to wear the blue shirt or the green shirt?"
This EthiKidsPlay guide belongs to the MEDIA section, under Give Choices. It is designed as a practical starting point for families exploring this topic together.
Source notes
- You are still setting the boundary, while giving your child some control.
- 7. 🎯 Focus on the Behavior, Not the Child
- Correct the behavior without labeling the child.
- Instead of:
- ❌ "You're a bad boy."
- Try:
- ✅ "Hitting your sister isn't okay. Let's find another way to solve the problem."
- A child can make a bad choice without being a "bad child."
- 8. ⏰ Spend One-on-One Time Together
- You don't need expensive activities to build a strong relationship.
- Try 10–15 minutes of focused time each day:
- 🎨 Draw together
More ideas in this section
- Giving children limited choices can help them develop independence.
- Instead of:
- ❌ "Get dressed now!"
- Try:
- You are still setting the boundary, while giving your child some control.
Use these ideas as a starting point, adapt them to your family, and consult a qualified professional when personalised advice is needed.
Source: 8 EthiKidsPlay → Parenting.docx.
