Although they might seem like it, children aren’t too complicated. There are very few things that they request of us in their first years; however, these requests are essential in helping them grow up to be kind, respectful additions to society.
Sending your child to school builds excitement and a sense of pride for their growth and achievements. But it can also bring about concern and fear for their safety.
While your sister might allow her kids to jump on the furniture, you might decide that’s not OK in your house. Or maybe the kids are allowed to bang on the pots and pans in your kitchen but in Grandma’s house, that’s a no-no.