Modeling

Modeling refers to teaching by example. Your child will learn by observing your actions and the actions of others. To model desired behaviors:

 

For example, you could model being kind to others by greeting your neighbors or offering to help other family members around the home. Make sure to keep praising the behaviors that you want to see (“Great job helping your sibling with their homework”).

 

This tip came directly from the free, online Everyday Parenting program created by parenting expert, Dr. Kazdin.

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