How to Teach Your Child Right From Wrong
| by Clay LaRoy | January 14, 2006
0 - 1 YEAR
At this stage in life, the concepts of right and wrong are notpossible to teach. Rather, an infant who is shown warmth,cuddling and loving attention is likely to grow into a healthyand happy adult.
1 - 2 YEARS
Rather than scolding a child or arguing with him aboutmisbehaver, try to take preventative measures beforehand. Ifyou don't want him pulling things out the cupboards, make surethey are secured. At this age of short attention span,discipline beyond a simple "no" is unnecessary and can haveundesirable effects.
2 - 4 YEARS
Children of this age, unable to understand abstractions such asgenerosity and truth, imitate their parents. So set an example.Be firm in disallowing undesirable behavior, but do so in akind and friendly manner, without attempting to explain why.
4 - 6 YEARS
This is the time where you can really take some positive stepsto reinforce your child's positive behavior. Give him lots ofpraise when it's due. Children of this age respond well tosimple reasoning and explanations. Concepts such astruthfulness and generosity can be introduced. Continue to setan example of acceptable behavior. The child at this stagewants to please you and wants to be liked by others.
5 - 8 YEARS
Children develop a greater social awareness at this age. Theyunderstand the basic rights of others when taught fairness,values and the need to follow certain rules of behavior. Rulesand limitations not only seem just to the child, but give him agood feeling of security.
8 - 11 YEARS
Due to natural growth and influences outside the home, yourchild has likely become more independent. He may begin toquestion your decisions, contradict or argue. You must remainfirm in the important matters and flexible in less importantones. Demonstrate and discuss the child's duties andresponsibilities to friends, relatives and society. Setexamples of moral behavior. Sex education can also be importantat this stage.
12 - 17 YEARS
These are normally rebellious years for most teenagers. Infact, teenagers who never rebel are probably in emotionaltrouble. As a parent you must weather the storm when yourteenager begins to question and test conventional values, rulesand beliefs. If you've instilled a sense of values at an earlyage, chances are he still retains many of those ideas. Try tokeep lines of communication open and don't push the panicbutton. If communication does break down and tensions mountconsiderably, 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 themmany unanswered questions, and a warm yet honest relationshipcan still go a long way in helping them reach mature adulthood.
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At this stage in life, the concepts of right and wrong are notpossible to teach. Rather, an infant who is shown warmth,cuddling and loving attention is likely to grow into a healthyand happy adult.
1 - 2 YEARS
Rather than scolding a child or arguing with him aboutmisbehaver, try to take preventative measures beforehand. Ifyou don't want him pulling things out the cupboards, make surethey are secured. At this age of short attention span,discipline beyond a simple "no" is unnecessary and can haveundesirable effects.
2 - 4 YEARS
Children of this age, unable to understand abstractions such asgenerosity and truth, imitate their parents. So set an example.Be firm in disallowing undesirable behavior, but do so in akind and friendly manner, without attempting to explain why.
4 - 6 YEARS
This is the time where you can really take some positive stepsto reinforce your child's positive behavior. Give him lots ofpraise when it's due. Children of this age respond well tosimple reasoning and explanations. Concepts such astruthfulness and generosity can be introduced. Continue to setan example of acceptable behavior. The child at this stagewants to please you and wants to be liked by others.
5 - 8 YEARS
Children develop a greater social awareness at this age. Theyunderstand the basic rights of others when taught fairness,values and the need to follow certain rules of behavior. Rulesand limitations not only seem just to the child, but give him agood feeling of security.
8 - 11 YEARS
Due to natural growth and influences outside the home, yourchild has likely become more independent. He may begin toquestion your decisions, contradict or argue. You must remainfirm in the important matters and flexible in less importantones. Demonstrate and discuss the child's duties andresponsibilities to friends, relatives and society. Setexamples of moral behavior. Sex education can also be importantat this stage.
12 - 17 YEARS
These are normally rebellious years for most teenagers. Infact, teenagers who never rebel are probably in emotionaltrouble. As a parent you must weather the storm when yourteenager begins to question and test conventional values, rulesand beliefs. If you've instilled a sense of values at an earlyage, chances are he still retains many of those ideas. Try tokeep lines of communication open and don't push the panicbutton. If communication does break down and tensions mountconsiderably, 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 themmany unanswered questions, and a warm yet honest relationshipcan still go a long way in helping them reach mature adulthood.
MORE FREE INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT http://www.911parenting.com
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