Parents are their children’s first and most important teachers and, as such, have a powerful influence on their development.

How can parents help children to show courage? When children feel good about themselves and see that they have the personal power to make courageous choices, they are more likely to lead personally satisfying and successful lives. Having courage helps children to persevere against challenges, and in the process it raises their self-esteem. Keep trying to master a new skill even when they are frustrated or other children laugh at their attempts.ĭo the ‘right’ thing in difficult situations, like standing up for another child who is being bullied.Īdmit to mistakes, like owning up to breaking a neighbor’s window while playing ball and then apologizing and offering to help clean up and pay for the damage. Try new things even if they are scared, like learning to ride a bike or entering a new social situation. Because your children may live safe and protected lives, you may think that they do not have the opportunity or the need to be courageous.īut wait a minute! When you take a closer look at what courage actually is, you can see that it is an important aspect of each child’s character development.īeing brave in the face of fear and doing what needs to be done even when it is really hard are both examples of courage.

Being brave books for pre kindergarten