ABC's for Parents
 
Ask your child about the school day.
Begin your child's day with a nourishing breakfast.
Congratulate your child for a job well done.
Discuss homework with your child.
Encourage your child to read.
Find a quiet place for your child to study.
Give your child responsibilities.
Hug your child to build self-worth.
Include your child in making simple family decisions.
Join a library with your child.
Keep your child on a schedule that includes exercise and sleep.
Limit TV viewing and select programs with your child.
Make the time you spend with your child special.
Notice and discuss changes in your child's behavior.
Offer to help your child organize their school papers.
Provide your child with good role models.
Question the activities your child shares with friends.
Respect your child's right to have opinions different from yours.
Share an interest or a hobby with your child.
Take time to listen to your child.
Urge your child to say "NO!" to drugs and alcohol.
Visit places of interest with your child.
Work with your child to set up rules of behavior.
Xerox and save articles that benefit your child.
Yield results by encouraging your child.
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