Bringing up your child with independence is a great thing. Let them try and put in their own clothes and don’t spoon feed them all the time. If they miss their mouth or put their shirt on inside out, that’s fine. It’s all part of learning!
Went on a beautiful drive to the country today. Down the freeway, past the sheep and through the hay fields.
I arrived and set up. NOT ONE child sat there holding their safety gear ‘waiting for an adult to come and do it for them’ :)
Sadly, this is not often the case. I understand that sometimes it’s easier or quicker to do things for your children or students but it’s not helping them (or you in the long run!)
Let them make mistakes! A productive struggle is ok, they are not going to hate you for it and they’ll be proud when they achieve their new skills!
They’re cleverer than you think! But if you continue to do things for them, they’ll let you. And let’s be honest, no one wants to tie up a teenagers shoe laces! We’ve all got better things to do and it’s not going to help their self esteem.
There was a bit of hesitation once on the boards today by some. The ground had a slight incline/decline. It just made one way easier than the other!
Fun day had by all!
Thanks Kapunda KOSHC!
