It doesn't simply mean enduring circumstances, but accepting circumstances because they point toward something better. Patience helps us follow God daily. Young children have difficulty seeing beyond the present. They only understand their present circumstances. They may whine when asked to wait.
Older children can better appreciate and anticipate the results of patience.
They may still have difficulty when there is no apparent reward for their suffering. What to do - Watch for times when a child comes through inconveniences with a smile. Praise and encourage the child. Tell the child that he or she is growing in the way God wants him or her to grow. Share some of your frustrations over everyday difficulties.