Posts Tagged ‘respect’
Building Confidence with Manners Conversation Cards
Do you want to build confidence and self-esteem in your grandkids? Are you looking for a fun way to teach manners? Are you interested in starting a discussion about polite behavior with your grandchildren? When kids know how to behave in social situations, they are confident! Grandparents, you have more influence over your grandchildren than…
Read MoreGood Manners Start in God’s Word
– The basis for good manners and polite behavior for all ages and stages of life is found in the Bible. Scripture is filled with verses in how to relate to others well. If you’re needing resources for teaching your kids or grandkids to respect God, others, and themselves, dive into the Bible. – Paul…
Read MoreThe Stars and Stripes: A Matter of Respect
Grandchildren study little about the goodness of America today. They are not necessarily taught to recognize or respect the Stars and Stripes as a symbol of liberty and freedom. Lost also is the appreciation of those lost defending freedom or those currently serving in the military. Grandparents, the goodness of America can be made known…
Read MoreFreedom of Speech vs. Love and Respect
Is anyone else tired of watching the news, reading social media, and listening to talk radio or podcast? It boils down to freedom of speech verses love and respect. Everyone seemed to have an opinion. Yes, we have freedom to speak and the right to assemble, but what part of our constitutional right of free…
Read MoreFive Tips to Instill Respect
Respecting others in thought, word, and deed is a foundational virtue to instill in young children. When respect reigns in the family, children learn to be kind and thoughtful to others. It’s a simple fact, adult behaviors are the direct model for kids. The antithesis of respect is rudeness and disrespect. With young children, disobedience…
Read MoreNurturing Kindness
Kindness, empathy, helpfulness, compassion, and love are a part of how we care for others. Children who are nurtured in caring families are more likely to become kind adults. Make kindness and compassion part of the fabric of your family life. Ten Tips to Encourage Kindness Praise kind actions and words. We are often quick…
Read MoreEncouraging Gratitude: Thank You Notes
Expressing thanks is a life skill we all want our kids to master. What’s a good way to encourage gratitude? Thank you notes! Besides, during the Christmas holiday kids get an opportunity to practice. Being grateful for not only the gift but the effort made by the gift giver is respectful and kind. Writing a…
Read MoreDo Your Kids Talk Back? How to Stop It, NOW!
Back talk is ugly. No matter what the age of the child, it’s just plain ugly. A child’s insolent, disrespectful, and argumentative response, both verbal or nonverbal, can make any parent furious. Our culture has produced great role models for disrespect. Try watching any TV show or movie to see what I mean. Kids are…
Read MoreWhat to Tell Kids When Beliefs Differ
What do you do when your kids’ friends don’t believe in Jesus? Not everyone has the same beliefs. Our kids will always have people in their lives who don’t have a Christian worldview. It can be hard for kids and parents when a child develops friendships and spends time with families who have a different faith…
Read MoreBecoming the Babysitter’s Favorite Family
You’ve found a GREAT babysitter. You and your spouse finally have a relaxing night out, just for two. How do you keep the teen happy that makes your kids happy allowing for couple time? The Golden Rule is the key, “Do unto others as you would have done to you” (Matthew 7:12). Be respectful. Don’t…
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