Accepting Differences

We have just finished a unit in guidance about accepting differences. By the completion of the unit students understand what we mean by, "We are all different, but we have a lot in common."
Each of us is different. Learning to accept each other and our differences is important.
Help your child accept his or her special qualities:

• Discuss your family's background and countries your family came from.
• Point out your child's individual talents and skills.
• Discuss the traditions that are a part of your family.

Help your child accept the special qualities of others:

• Provide chances for your child to interact with other children who may have different backgrounds, skills, or abilities.
• Stop any name calling or teasing that puts down another person.
• Talk about other children's talents, skills, cultures, and traditions.