MORAL DEVELOPMENT AND ROLE OF PARENTS
What is morality?
Moral development is the process through which children develop proper attitudes and behaviors towards other people in society, based on social and cultural norms, rules, andoral development in children
Parent’s role in the moral development of kids:
You have an active role in shaping the foundation of morality in your child and can utilize it to help your child grow up to become a considerate human being. Here are a few guidelines on how to promote moral development in children.
1. Set rules and utilize teaching opportunities:
It is essential that your child has a clear demarcation between what to do and what not to do. Take time to explain to your child why certain behaviors like lying or hurting someone is wrong. Use this as an opportunity to teach a moral lesson to your child.
2. Positive reinforcement:
Reward a morally right behavior with positive reinforcement This encourages the child and he continues the behavior.
3. Be a good role model:
Children are very impressionable and mimic adults sometimes. This is why it is important to exercise kindness and compassion in the way you deal with others and your children.
4. Community participation:
Tasks like volunteering can instill a strong sense of community and the idea of giving back in your child. Working side by side with your children as you clean up parks or help out at senior homes can help your child grow into socially and emotionally skilled individual.
Conclusion:
Moral development in children is a necessary part of their growth process and can help steer them in the right direction. Children’s experiences at home, the environment around them, and their physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skills influence their developing sense of right vs. wrong. It is important that you take the opportunity to help your child understand and internalize positive and good values right from childhood.
