A child's moral development: How a parent can help

Developing a child's moral development shapes their decision-making processes and helps them to choose between what is right/fair and what is wrong/unfair. A parent can help a child's moral development by:

• Teaching their child how to share with other children by attending birthday parties/playing games at home

• Teaching their child how to share through family activities such as mealtimes, taking turns for watching T.V.

• Teaching their child manners such as please, thank you when asking or returning items borrowed

• Leading by example to show their child values such as honesty, respect, responsibility, patience, forgiveness

QUESTIONS YOU COULD BE ASKED ON THIS

Write down one way a parent may support a child's morals and values. (1mark)

Teaching their child manners such as please

Explain two ways a parent may support a child's morals and values. (4marks)

Parents can demonstrate honesty, kindness, and respect in their daily actions, setting a positive example for their children to follow. Children learn by observing their parents. (2marks)

Parents can also have conversations about right and wrong, explaining the importance of empathy and fairness, and encouraging children to think about the consequences of their actions. (2marks)

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