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The story teaches children to be independent and serve themselves

The fact that a child can do a small thing on his own is more important than the fact that it is beautiful. But most of the morning conflict comes from the fact that the faster adult should take over. The stories in this group break down tasks into visible steps for children, and give characters permission to do it wrong once before doing it right — something children should be allowed to do at home.

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Short answers for parents

Frequently asked questions

At what age can children prepare their own school clothes?

From 4 years old, children can do it if it is divided into three fixed steps and has a clear place to put things. Adults still do the final check, but check after the child does it, not do it for the child.

What if the child works very slowly and is late every morning?

Don't practice independence on school mornings. Practice on the weekend or in the afternoon when no one is under pressure, then switch to the morning when your child has mastered it.

Should children be rewarded when they can do it themselves?

Specific comments are more effective than gifts: “you put all three things together yourself” tells your child exactly what he did well, while gifts only teach him to wait for the gift.

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