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Respect is
showing others they are valued for who they are, for their character, not what they look
like or what they have. It means never insulting or making fun of others who are
different in looks, ability, race or religion. A respectful person is polite, and
does not use bad language or hit.
What Parents Can Do To Promote Respect:
- Teach children by treating others, including children, with respect. Avoid ugly remarks
about others, especially those that demean because of race, religion, ethnicity, or looks.
- Encourage your child to avoid hitting, teasing and rudeness by your praise and example,
and impose consequences for disrespectful conduct.
- Insist that your child address others by Mr., Mrs., or Ms., unless the adult requests to
be called by his or her first name.
- Always be polite and use polite expressions such as "please", "thank
you", and "excuse me". Encourage your child to do likewise. Find nice
things to say about others and teach your child to do so.
- Young children are naturally physical and may hit or push. Practice ways to help your
child keep their hands to themselves.
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