God creates each one of us as unique individuals, blessed with our own special gifts. As parents, we have the opportunity to help our children to discover their uniqueness and teach them to value their own special gifts. As they appreciate their gifts and abilities, they will grow confident in God’s love, and in return, they will be able to recognize and appreciate the gifts of people around them.
On your way to school, talk about how neat it is that God gave everyone special gifts. Ask your children to name one special gift they think they have. Next, ask them to pick out a special talent or ability of a sibling or family member. Then challenge them to give a compliment to another person at school today. Maybe a classmate has really pretty long hair, or maybe a friend is really good at playing a sport at recess. Before bedtime, ask how they did with their efforts. Learning to give a compliment not only builds others up, but teaches our kids to recognize how God loves and works in other people as well.
On your way to school, talk about how neat it is that God gave everyone special gifts. Ask your children to name one special gift they think they have. Next, ask them to pick out a special talent or ability of a sibling or family member. Then challenge them to give a compliment to another person at school today. Maybe a classmate has really pretty long hair, or maybe a friend is really good at playing a sport at recess. Before bedtime, ask how they did with their efforts. Learning to give a compliment not only builds others up, but teaches our kids to recognize how God loves and works in other people as well.
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