How to help a klutzy kid: best ways to boost your child's body confidence and self-esteem
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Clumsy, awkward children may be helped by understanding the reason behind their clumsiness and boosting their sense of self-confidence and mastery. Parents should focus on the child's competent skills while practicing the incompetent ones. Acceptance and encouragement can also help.
Publication Name: Working Mother
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0278-193X
Year: 1997
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Teachable moments
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Quiet times spent alone with a child are ideal for meaningful discussions. Satisfying a child's curiosity or helping a child through a difficult time is best done when the time is right. Setting a good example and being sensitive about timing are among topics discussed.
Publication Name: Working Mother
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0278-193X
Year: 1997
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"I just want to stay home." (how to get a child interested in other activities outside of home)
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A child who unnecessarily prefers staying home than going out may have an underlying psychological problem. If the child's preference for staying home hinders social development, parents can stimulate children's interest by providing outdoor activities.
Publication Name: Working Mother
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0278-193X
Year: 1998
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