7 Ways to Know Your Child
How well do you really know your child? There is so much information at our fingertips to learn more about a child's
personality, 'behaviorisms' and intelligence. Of course, we want to be the best
parent we can, and so we read all the information. And some of it is great! Take
the four different temperaments . . . I can see my child in one, but then I turn the
page and I see him in another temperament ? it all depends on the day or even the
time of day! I used to spend a lot of time looking at ways to give labels to my children. I thought
that if I could just find the word that would sum them up, parenting would become
so much easier.
When child number three came along, I just didn't have the time to be searching for
someone else's opinion about the type of child he was. I don't want any label other
than his name used on him.
This kind of parental confidence can be hard to find. We seem to be knocked off
balance every time we read a newspaper ? you know, another piece of research,
another thing we are doing wrong. But you are the one to understand and know
your child the best. And this knowledge will teach you how to interact and support
your own, individual child. Seven Ways to Know Your Child Better 1. Observe your child: That's right. Just back off and actually watch them. Watch
them at play, at work and while they are reading. 2. Allow your child to discovery their tendencies: Does your child, given the
opportunity, rush to the Lego box, or maybe to the pile of books or to the art
supplies. Find out what your child chooses to do ? it is probably this that they are
good at! 3. Take lots of photographs: In this age of digital photography, it doesn't matter
how many photographs we take, because we needn't print or keep them all.
Photographs provide an excellent memory of what your child does ? and you will
probably notice things you hadn't before. 4. Let your child dictate stories to you: Many children enjoy the art of storytelling,
but find actual handwriting tiresome. Take this strain away from them by being
their secretary. You'll be surprised at how your child's brain works when they create
their stories. 5. Create a journal: Now, this doesn't need to be a work of art! Have a blank
scrapbook and write in it, get them to draw pictures, glue in certificates and
photographs. 6. Trust your instincts: Teachers may give you a wider understanding of your child ?
take it on board ? but remember that your instincts are probably right. 7. Talk often with your child: Make sure you let your child lead a conversation with
you every day. If you are the one that holds all the information and knowledge in
your house, your child will be less likely to share with you. Let them joke, let them
explore their emotions and let them just babble away. Marilynn McLachlan, Author
REAL parenting in the REAL world
Author of "The New Parent Code: 12 Vital Clues for Achieving Modern Family Sanity",
Penguin Books, 2005. Visit http://www.marilynnmclachlan.com to sign up for her free fortnightly e-zine.
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