What parents need to remember
Moral education should in no case be reduced to imposing restrictions and prohibitions. It is possible, of course, to force a child to act as is customary through punishment and threats. This approach will really give results for some period. It cannot be completely excluded from the upbringing process, especially in the early stages and in cases where failure to comply with parental requirements may pose a potential threat to the health and life of the child. But from a long-term point of view and as the baby grows up, this tactic will turn out to be ineffective and even harmful. After all, it is important not just to force the child to follow a certain set of rules, but to instill in him an understanding of the need for these rules. To form in him an attitude towards power (in the broad sense of the word) based on acceptance of its objective authority, and not out of fear of punishment. In the process of moral growth, a child must gain an understanding of why he should act and treat others this way and not otherwise. Parents who choose this path should call upon attentiveness, patience, tactfulness, objectivity and fairness as assistants.
Goals of moral education
How to form the foundations of moral thinking
The concept of moral thinking implies the process of assimilation and comprehension of moral rules and facts, their analysis and evaluation with the subsequent development of moral decisions.
Moral thinking presupposes the ability to compare one's actions with their consequences for others. The basis of its development is the child’s ability to be sensitive towards others, the ability to sympathize. In the first stages, these qualities are laid down by the example of an attentive and sensitive attitude of parents to the needs of the baby. He finds understanding, which then grows into mutual understanding. A friendly atmosphere creates positive patterns of interaction with others. The child demonstrates positive actions towards others, since he himself has experience of positive perception of their use towards him. Such a child does not shy away from people and does not show indifference.
Methodological foundations of moral education
The ability to remember about others is a necessary condition for developing the ability to think about the consequences of one’s steps and the willingness to bear responsibility. As the child develops, these qualities are formed and reinforced through constant and patient explanation of the admissibility or, conversely, unacceptability of certain actions.
Tip: Discuss cartoon and movie characters together. Ask questions - let the child learn to express his opinion and form moral value judgments.
Actively comment on life situations that your child has witnessed. Explain your actions and decisions, especially when it comes to choosing between your own well-being and the need to do the “right thing”. Don't avoid discussions if your child expresses an opinion different from yours. Reason, give examples from books, from films, from life. Do not hesitate to accept the child's point of view if his arguments are fair.
Extracurricular activities - visiting the library as a method of education
