The ABC's of Parenting
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Ask your child about the school day.
Begin your child's day with a nourishing breakfast.
Congratulate you child for doing well.
Discuss homework with your child.
E ncourage your child to read.
F ind a quiet place for your child to study.
G ive your child responsibility.
H ug your child to build self worth.
I nclude your child in making simple family decisions.
J oin a library with your child.
K eep your child on a schedule that includes exercise and sleep.
L imit TV viewing by selecting programs with your child.
M ake the time you spend with your child special.
N otice and discuss changes in your child's behavior.
o ffer to help your child organize school papers.
p rovide your child with good role models.
q uestion the activities your child shares with friends.
r espect your child's right to have opinions different from yours.
s hare an interest or a hobby with your child.
t ake time to listen to your child.
u rge your child to say "NO!" to unwanted touching.
visit places of interest with your child.
w ork with your child to set up rules of behavior.
xerox and save records or articles that benefit your child.
yield results by encouraging your child to do better.
zoom through these ABCs again and again!

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