Muchos padres quieren que sus niños tengan un sentimiento positivo de ellos mismos y que crean que pueden salir adelante. Los niños muchas veces evalúan su valor personal y juzgan sus habilidades basándose en las experiencias que han tenido en su hogar. Las familias pueden proveer numerosas oportunidades cada día...
La discusión los lleva a decir cosas que los ofende y se empujan.
El carrito de Yolanda se voltea y los paquetes de comida se riegan
en todo el suelo de la cochera. Mientras observan el desorden se
acusan el uno al otro, “Tú lo hiciste y le voy a...
Los niños son por naturaleza curiosos y tienen un fuerte deseo de
ser independientes. Pueden llegar más allá de las reglas y límites
que los padres han trazado. Algunas veces los padres no están
seguros de como responder a la conducta de los hijos. Pueden
reaccionar con coraje, en vez...
Children are naturally curious and have a strong desire to
be independent. They may go beyond the rules and limits
parents set. Sometimes parents aren’t sure how to respond to
children’s behavior. Parents may react angrily, rather than warmly
and firmly.
Why is problem solving important for families? Naturally, conflicts arise
for children every day. Children who learn to figure out solutions
to their problems are better able to work and play with others. The
ability to solve difficult situations also builds positive self-esteem,
self-confidence, and relationships with others.
Many parents want their children to have positive feelings about themselves and to believe they can succeed. Children often evaluate their selfworth and make judgments about their abilities based on experiences they have at home. Families can provide numerous
opportunities every day to develop children’s self-confidence.
A family meeting is a prearranged time when family
members come together to talk about what’s happening in their
home and in their lives. It’s structured to allow for interaction
that otherwise might not occur.
Discipline is needed. There is no doubt about that. Society couldn’t exist if people acted without regard for others. Why, then, is there so much disagreement about this subject?
One reason is that many people don’t understand what discipline means. The word “discipline” comes from “disciple,” someone who follows the...
Let’s face it. Raising children is a tough job. Although it can be the most rewarding experience in the world, it also can be the most demanding. No one can do it alone.
From time to time all parents need help. They may have problems like the ones above. Or...
What do kids have to say? A lot. But many parents think they have nothing to learn from their children. Some even assume they know just what their children are thinking and feeling most of the time.
And so instead of listening, they talk. Instead of watching, they ignore. They...
In children as in adults, there is an infinite variety. You can see the differences between your children right from birth. Some babies are quiet. Others cry a lot. Some persist in going after what they want. Others lose interest more quickly. Some sleep all night and eat at regular...
fresh and unique way.
Do you consider yourself a creator or inventor? Creativity is not limited to artists. Everyone has the potential for creativity. For creativity is the ability to:
• Think in imaginative and unique ways
• Look beyond ready-made solutions
• Experiment and gain insight
• Express ideas...
To a large extent, then, we become what we think we are:
Those who think they can do, do.
Those who think they cannot, do not.
This is true for all of us. But it is especially true for young children. The responses of parents and other adults have a...
You have to use your common sense in deciding whose advice to follow; you can’t raise your child by a book. You, your child, and your family are unique. Because you have been on the scene since the beginning, you know:
• the history of your child’s growth and development,...
It’s hard to be good
hildren’s misbehavior may mean they are still learning the difference between right and wrong. It could mean they are testing limits or looking for ways to reach out to others.
Published January 1986. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Published January 1986. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Published January 1986. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Information within this publication may be outdated. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog