How to Raise an Adult: Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid for Success by Julie Lythcott-Haims

Author:Julie Lythcott-Haims [Lythcott-Haims, Julie]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi, azw
ISBN: 9781627791786
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co.
Published: 2015-06-08T21:00:00+00:00

1. TALKING WITH PRESCHOOLERS

First is an example of a conversation that applauds a child for what he knows but doesn’t teach him to think.

CHILD: A butterfly!

PARENT: Yes, that’s a butterfly. Good job! What color is it?

CHILD: Orange and black.

PARENT: That’s right! You’re so smart.

Using the same scenario, here’s how you might open up the conversation using the continual questioning approach:

CHILD: A butterfly!

PARENT: Ooh, what’s the butterfly doing?

CHILD: It’s on that flower. And now it’s on another flower!

PARENT: Why do you suppose it likes the flowers?

CHILD: Because they’re pretty?

PARENT: Maybe. Can you think of another reason?

… etc.

A conversation with a little kid can go on for a surprisingly long period of time. Continual questioning helps the child unpack what they already know and helps them figure out the next set of concepts related to what they already know. They’re learning. And your attention itself is an even greater prize.

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