✅ "Do you want to wear the blue shirt or the green shirt?"

This EthiKidsPlay guide belongs to the MEDIA section, under Give Choices. It is designed as a practical starting point for families exploring this topic together.

Source notes

• You are still setting the boundary, while giving your child some control.
• 7. 🎯 Focus on the Behavior, Not the Child
• Correct the behavior without labeling the child.
• Instead of:
• ❌ "You're a bad boy."
• Try:
• ✅ "Hitting your sister isn't okay. Let's find another way to solve the problem."
• A child can make a bad choice without being a "bad child."
• 8. ⏰ Spend One-on-One Time Together
• You don't need expensive activities to build a strong relationship.
• Try 10–15 minutes of focused time each day:
• 🎨 Draw together

More ideas in this section

• Giving children limited choices can help them develop independence.
• Instead of:
• ❌ "Get dressed now!"
• Try:
• You are still setting the boundary, while giving your child some control.

Use these ideas as a starting point, adapt them to your family, and consult a qualified professional when personalised advice is needed.

Source: 8 EthiKidsPlay → Parenting.docx.