Children Quote by Kevin Leman
“The only way we can ever teach a child to say "I'm sorry" is for him to hear it from our lips first.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Parenting Principles, 2005
Children learn to apologize by hearing sincere apologies from adults first
In simple terms: Kids mimic adult behavior in saying sorry
Key Takeaway
Model apologies for children
Themes
parenting
empathy
communication
Mood
caring
thoughtful
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- family meals
- disciplinary moments
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Social learning
moral development
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you model forgiveness at home?
- What other behaviors do children learn by example?
A Different Perspective
Children may not understand the nuance of apologies
