Virtue Focus: Empathy
When a child develops the virtue of empathy, they begin to respond to the needs of others, regardless of what they are experiencing themselves. Empathy is a beautiful virtue to bring peace through life.
Tips for training your child to develop empathy:
- Model conversation that shows empathy when discussing other people and situations.
- Find an opportunity to provide a meal or treat to someone in need, and include your child in the preparation and delivery.
- Read a book together that portrays the main character developing empathy, like this book:
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More books that also portray developing empathy:
