If you show your children that you trust them, they will be ready for more responsibility. Parents of preschoolers should be on the alert for signs that their child is ready to take on responsibility. Just because a child hasn't done it before, doesn't mean it can't be done. If you encourage responsibility, make realistic demands, and praise gains, you and your child will benefit from your youngster s increasing independence. But studies have shown that children as young as one year of age can feel compassion and empathy for others.
Altruistic behavior is an action designed to help someone in distress.
Give forceful and clear explanations about not hurting others. Set an example of friendliness and cooperation in the home by your behavior, notice when your child is being cooperative and explain the benefits. Click here to return to the main page.