Instilling a strong work ethic in our children is one of the best things we parents can do for them. Work can show them they are capable, helpful, and can make an impact on their world. It can illustrate that effort, care, and conscientiousness matter and that results come from hard work.
Here are five simple ways to teach even very young children the value of work.
Give Them a Specific Responsibility
In a family, everyone can work together to stay on top of responsibilities at home. You can give even preschool-aged children their very own responsibilities to manage.
Barbara Danza
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Barbara Danza is a contributing editor covering family and lifestyle topics. Her articles focus on homeschooling, family travel, entrepreneurship, and personal development. She contributes children’s book reviews to the weekly booklist and is the editor of “Just For Kids,” the newspaper’s print-only page for children. Her website is Barbara-Danza.com
