Parental Involvement is the Key to Your Child’s Success

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Parents need to be genuinely involved in all of their young children’s activities- - -be it at school or in their social pursuits. It is important to let children know that you will be available to discuss things of interest to them. Avoid being judgmental. Be a good listener and encourage your child to talk freely and express their concerns to you whenever the need arises. Avoid criticizing your child’s choice of clothes, friends or pursuits. Demonstrate your delight when your child proudly announces his being a captain of the soccer team or when your daughter has earned a medal for the local swimming competition. All children hanker for their parent’s approval. It is important for parents to validate their accomplishments by praising them appropriately. When children see their parents being supportive and encouraging, it will raise their self-esteem, enhance their performance and result in positive growth. The kind of relationship you build with your children can vastly contribute to their future. Make sure that you always convey trust, love and respect to them. Your interest, responsiveness, availability and encouragement in every phase of your child’s development, can go a long way in creating a bright future for your child.