Children become able to understand the feelings of others. Guiding and disciplining children in the right way and at the right time shows children Parents love them. Parents want them to be happy, responsible, and caring. Parents want them to learn. Children learn by watching others and by what makes them feel good, what gets them attention, and through the love they get from others.
Age makes a difference in how a child needs to be guided and disciplined.
Guidance should be matched with the child's age and ability to understand. Understanding how children grow and develop helps parents guide their child. They are curious and explore and get into dangerous situations. They make messes. They mind fairly well and can accept suggestions and follow orders.