Character traits emerge as a result of the interaction of a child’s unique temperament, experiences, and decisions with family, school, and community influences. To develop their children’s character, parents have a variety of options and resources at their disposal. You will get joy and satisfaction from using them as your children develop into morally upright and compassionate individuals.
Set an example.
Parents who model moral behavior effectively pass on their values to their children. Be an example of the decisions and deeds that go into having excellent character. Your children will observe this in your day-to-day actions and decisions if you are dependable, fair, compassionate, courteous, and active in the welfare of your family and community.
Create Character Through Teachable Moments
Children must also learn that when they transgress the moral principles that govern your family, you will treat them with respect and fairness when you impose consequences. Utilizing instructional opportunities to develop character is made possible by effective disciplining techniques. When you correct your child, always take the time to explain why his behavior is improper. Make it a practice to recognize the value you want to impart to the child depending on the specific behavior. Pick an appropriate punishment to reinforce that value.
Give Practice Possibilities to kids
Before new skills become second nature to children, they must be practiced. This also holds true for developing character. When children witness character development in action, they can learn vicariously, and when they hear lessons in values, they can learn directly. But for them to understand what true character is, they need firsthand experience.
When your child is faced with a choice, as between two friends, encourage her to make the right choice so she can experience the benefits in her day-to-day activities.
Read and narrate stories from literature.
Long before books existed, parents and teachers used stories to impart moral teachings. You teach your children moral and ethical principles when you recount the events in your life and the world around you. You also reinforce your principles by talking about the tales you encounter every day (on TV, in books, and in the media).
