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![]() Teach Your Child How to Form Positive FriendshipsThroughout the childrearing years, friends are among the most important people in a child’s life. Many children are formed by the friendships they create throughout their lives, in fact researchers say that children who do not share close bonds throughout their adolescent years may become depressed and harbor feelings of loneliness and low self-esteem. Yet, the truth remains that children can form both positive and negative friendships. Therefore it is imperative that children learn not only how to have friends throughout their childrearing years, but how to form positive friendships with their peers. As parents there are a number of ways we can help our children obtain positive friendships. Preschoolers It is also important for parents to provide venues for their children to meet and make friends at this level, such as the park or other supervised play areas where children can meet others their age. Or schedule a “Play Date Ewith children who are close to your child’s age, you can do this with other parents you know, family members, or neighbors. This will offer experience and an opportunity for your child to learn the social and interaction skills needed throughout their school years.
Grades K-3rd Allow your child to join a club, do sports or other extra curricular activities that would interest him/her the most. In their local school district there might be a girl club, that provides crafts and other fun events tailored just for girls. These kind of clubs and organizations will narrow down the friends that would meet your child’s needs. You can also get them involved in area events, outside of school, that provide activities your child might be interested in. Main points to address:
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