Parenting guide
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✅ "I can see you're upset. Tell me what happened."
This EthiKidsPlay guide belongs to the MEDIA section, under Connect Before You Correct. It is designed as a practical starting point for families exploring this topic together.
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- Children are more likely to listen when they feel heard and understood.
- 2. 👂 Listen to Your Child
- Give your child your full attention when they are talking.
- Put down your phone, make eye contact, and listen without immediately judging or interrupting.
- Remember: Listening doesn't mean agreeing with everything your child says. It means showing them that their feelings and thoughts matter.
- 3. ⭐ Praise Good Behavior
- Don't only notice your child when they do something wrong.
- When you see positive behavior, point it out.
- Instead of:
- ❌ "Good job."
- Try:
- ✅ "You put your toys away without being asked. That's very responsible!"
More ideas in this section
- Before correcting your child's behavior, try to understand what they are feeling.
- Instead of immediately saying:
- ❌ "Stop crying!"
- Try:
- Children are more likely to listen when they feel heard and understood.
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.
