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Limit the amount of
television or movie time your child views.
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Be consistent in
discipline.
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Have a regular
routine/bedtime.
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Make sure your child
goes to bed early enough for proper rest.
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Talk to your child and
have him/her use words to express wants and needs.
The more your child learns to express him/herself verbally, the more
advanced the language and speech development will become.
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Teach your child to be
respectful of adults and peers.
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When speaking to your
child, have him/her look you in the eye.
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Do not permit your child
to argue with you or other adults.
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Do not permit your child
to interrupt when an adult is speaking.
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NO means NO! When
you tell your child "NO", do not change your mind.
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Make sure your child
eats well-balanced meals, including breakfast.
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Read to your child and
ask questions about the book.
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Have your child
participate in family chores; setting the table, feeding the pet, cleaning up
after a meal, etc.
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Give your child specific
directions for a simple task and see that he / she follows through.
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Teach your child proper
bathroom etiquette; flush the toilet and was hands.
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Show an interest in your
child's daily activities; empty the book bag and ask your child about his /
her work.
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Teach your child proper
table manners; sit while eating, use "please", "thank you", and "excuse me".
Teach your child to use a fork and spoon properly. Encourage your
child to chew with his / her mouth closed.
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Have meals together as a
family at the table.
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Teach your child the
difference between inside behavior; quiet voices and walking feet and
outside behavior; loud voices, screaming and running.
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Teach your child to clean
up after him/herself.