Teach your child to be giving
Giving is a fundamental value of human because in order to live in harmony with society, one needs to let go of oneselfand learn to understand other people. The value of giving can be taught most effectively at early years. Parents can start by not spoilling their child too much. As much as you love your child and see them as your priority, you should never forget to teach them about their responsibility. The child should not be under the impression that the world revolvesaround them. There are certain things that they need to do by and for themselves and for other people. Another important thing is that the parents should create a situation where their child can learn to be a giver. For example, you might ask your child to get you a newspaper or get his mother a comb. When you go out , ask yourchild to brainstorm for a present you want to give to your wife. Do a family activity together i.e. washing a car, wateringthe plants, etc, or even allow the child to have a pet and let him be the person who takes care of it. During the kindergarten year, the child usually likes the role-play game. To encourage them to give and share, askthem to do the role of a chef, asking the parents what they would like to eat or play a role of a vet who takes careand treats sick animal. Parents should also be a role model for them and show them the giving act i.e. let them be a part of donation. This way , your child can learn the value of giving with first-hand experience.
