Teaching Kids Acceptance from an Early Age

Teaching our children acceptance is something we can start when they’re young. To make the world a better place, it takes communication and compassion from all individuals.

You can help your child to become more open-minded and accepting towards others. When they see how their attitudes and actions make an impact, it will become a lifelong practice they’ll be proud of.

Here are 5 tips about acceptance perfect for you to share with your children.

Introduce Yourself to New People

Make it your mission to meet a new friend at school and get to know them. Find out their name, what they like to do, and what you might have in common. Once you make the first move, it will be easy to connect. Be open when others want to get to know you too.

Be Inclusive

When you are playing with a group of kids, invite the ones sitting out to join you. Think about how they might feel being left out from the fun. Someone may feel intimidated or shy to ask to participate, so be the one to put them at ease. The more, the merrier!

Ask Questions

If someone looks different from you, has different abilities, has an accent from another country, eats unfamiliar foods, dresses in a unique way, etc. ask why. Most people will be happy to tell their stories when you’re sincere about your inquiry. Know that we are all special and have something interesting to share. You’ll learn a lot from others this way.

Practice Empathy

Put yourself in someone else’s shoes. Treat them like you’d want to be treated. Don’t go along with your peers if they’re not being kind to another child. Showing empathy is a strength. Your warmth will be well received.

Set the Example

When your classmates see you accepting others, they’ll want to follow in your footsteps. Doing good things and being a good person is so simple. Show your friends that they have it in them too. Let’s all welcome acceptance into our everyday lives!

How do you teach your child to be accepting of others?

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By: Melissa A. Kay