Daily Tips for Families

Today's Tip for Families

11-21-2023

Help Your Child Develop Skills That Turn Classmates Into Friends

Students with positive social skills tend to do better in school than students who are aggressive, disliked by classmates or unable to form close relationships.

Many important social skills can be taught at home. Here are some to work on with your child:

Talk about what it takes to be a good friend—being honest, nice and a good listener. Ask your child, "Can you think of times when you have shown these traits?" Role-play to help your elementary schooler practice being friendly.
Teach your child to be a good sport. When you play games together, encourage your child to be gracious—win or lose. Compliment your child for trying hard, even when the effort falls short of success.
Expect your child to be kind. Being nice is the right thing to do. Help your child think about others’ feelings: “Maria’s mom is sick. How do you think we could help?”
Practice cooperation and compromise. Do projects together, such as planning a family dinner. Look for opportunities to meet your child halfway, too.
Be a role model. When family adults are friendly and helpful to each other, their kids probably will be, too.

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Mott-Regent Public School

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