So some of them try to shield their kids from disappointments. In the end, they may end up with children who lack confidence in their abilities to face the normal challenges of life. She knew that failures often teach kids more than successes. Failure can teach kids that they have to try harder. As they look at the winning science project, they may realize that a project begun the night before the fair isn't likely to win.
Failure can help children see another way to solve a problem.
Sometimes, failure can encourage children to take risks. As a parent, you can help your child see that the greatest failure comes from failing to try at all. Finally, failure teaches kids to lose gracefully. That, in turn, should teach them how to behave when they do win. Teach your child organizational skills.