- Know there is something special about themselves
- Know and do things that no one else can do
- Know others think them special
- Express themselves in their own way
- Use their imagination and expand their creativity
- Respect themselves
- Enjoy being different
How to Build Your Child's Sense of UNIQUENESS:
- Communicate acceptance of your children.
- Allow children to explain their feelings, attitudes, opinions, and actions.
- Point out to children things about themselves that are different or special.
- Increase opportunities for children to express themselves creatively.
- Allow children to do things their own way as much as possible.
- Don't ridicule or shame children.
- Help children find acceptable ways to express themselves.
- Use private praise with children who have a low sense of uniqueness.
- Treat each child as an individual.
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