Explanation
You can ask your kids this question to inspire them to the spirit of helping each other in their daily lives. Studies show that helping each other releases oxytocin and endorphins, which make people feel good and want to help more often.
Guidance
Here are some activities you can do together to encourage your child’s helpful nature:
- You can arrange to recycle your home library and give new life to old books by donating them to a school or library.
- You and your child can cook together a meal to take over to a neighbour or friend who is not feeling well.
- You can prepare get-well cards and send them to a local children’s hospital to cheer up young patients there.
- You can offer to keep an eye on your friend’s pet or plants while they are away.
What little things do you do with your children so that they learn to help others? Feel free to add helpful tips in the comments.
