Responsibility Archives - Child Development Institute https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/category/responsibility/ Parenting articles, news and tips on raising happy, healthy, successful kids and teens. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:44:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/CDI_Butterfly-100x100.png Responsibility Archives - Child Development Institute https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/category/responsibility/ 32 32 Money Matters: Helping Kids and Teens Build Essential Financial Skills https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/chores/money-matters-helping-kids-and-teens-build-essential-financial-skills/ Fri, 07 Jun 2024 12:27:59 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55980 In today’s world, it’s essential to be savvy about money. With the cost of living increasing and finances becoming more complicated, teaching our kids and […]

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]]> Empowering Child Independence: Balancing Autonomy and Safety https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/development/empowering-child-independence-balancing-autonomy-and-safety/ Fri, 05 Apr 2024 13:37:39 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55838 Parents want to protect their children and keep them safe. However, it’s also essential to foster independence and allow them to grow into capable, self-reliant […]

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]]> Cultivating Self-Motivation in Kids https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/behavior/cultivating-self-motivation-in-kids/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 18:04:58 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55718 Parenting in today’s fast-paced world can be a challenging task, especially when it comes to instilling self-motivation in kids. With the constant distractions and instant […]

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]]> Age-Appropriate Chores That Work! Encouraging Responsibility in Children https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/development/age-appropriate-chores-that-work-encouraging-responsibility-in-children/ Fri, 24 Nov 2023 13:26:23 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55693 Parenting today is no easy task! With so many distractions and demands on our time, it can be challenging to instill a sense of responsibility […]

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]]> Little Helper or Reluctant Assistant? Tips for Fostering Independence and Responsibility https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/development/little-helper-or-reluctant-assistant-tips-for-fostering-independence-and-responsibility/ Fri, 29 Sep 2023 15:31:13 +0000 https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/?p=55625 As parents, one of our greatest aspirations is to raise confident and independent children who can thrive in the world. But how do we accomplish […]

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]]> 15 Valuable Life Skills to Teach Your Teen as They Prepare for Adulthood https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/development/15-valuable-life-skills-to-teach-your-teen-as-they-prepare-for-adulthood/ Mon, 13 May 2019 22:31:42 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=40530 As a parent, your job is to take care of your children until the day arrives when they can strike out on their own. While […]

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]]> How and Why to Teach Your Kids to Help with Household Chores https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/family-building/how-and-why-to-teach-your-kids-to-help-with-household-chores/ Tue, 13 Feb 2018 18:21:27 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=39515 Other animals don’t have to do household chores, but in nature, purposeful play is typical. When a kitten pounces on a ball of wool, it’s […]

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]]> 6 Reasons to Take the Car Keys Away from Your Teen https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/parenting/6-reasons-to-take-the-car-keys-away-from-your-teen/ Mon, 14 Mar 2016 21:10:17 +0000 http://dev.mainelyseo.com/cdi-upgrade/?p=36818 When teens begin to drive, the event signals another step toward independence. It can also be a time of high stress for parents. The common […]

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