A PLAY Preschool PSA: Teaching altruism in kids
At PLAY Preschool in Silverlake, California, one of the most important things adults teach children is the value that can be found helping their classmates as well as their parents. When children learn at a young age, just how important it is and what a difference it can make to lend a hand, they bring this altruistic attitude with them as they grow older. Image source: cincinnatiparent.com Image source: cnbc.com But at this young age, learning how to help others starts both at home and at school. At home, children can be taught to do chores and help around the house. Even at a young age, children can readily accomplish simple tasks such as throwing the trash or putting clothes in the hamper. When parents ask their young kids to do such chores, it becomes a habit, which later can evolve into the children initiating altruistic acts. In school, PLAY Preschool explains that the earliest lessons on altruism come in various forms and activities. In preschool, child...