*Alphabet for Parents*
By: Sister M. Benedict, O.S.U.
St. Claire School, Cleveland Ohio

*A* sk your child daily about his day at school – activities, play, problems

*B* elieve that corrections made are in the best interests of your child

*C* onsult with the teacher about your child's progress, character, attitudes

*D* emand respect and obedience at home and your child's success is guaranteed

*E* ncourage your child to prompt acts of generosity, self-sacrifice, self-forgetfulness.  "What else may I do" should be your child's motto

*F* amiliarize your child with the best in literature, television, recreation

*G *ather your child's associates together and get to know them well

*H* ave high, but realistic ideals for your child; respect and develop his talent

*I*  nspire your child by your own example and through heart-to-heart talks

*J*  udge a situation only after listening to both sides of the story

*K* now where your child is after school and on weekends

*L *earn with your child through your selective reading and personal study

*M *anage your home schedule – chores, television, etc. – for your child.  Don't' let these activities do the managing

*N* otice changes in your child's attitudes, emotions, interests, appearance

*O* pen new doors of experience for your child by encouraging lessons in art, music, athletics, foreign language, typing, domestic and mechanical arts

*P* ray with your child.  The family that prays together, stays together.

*Q* uiz your child before tests or other competitive events

*R* efrain from open criticism of any type of authority in the presence of your child

*S* eek for yourself the kingdom of God, and your child will follow you

*T*  each your child the art of self-control, the beauty of inner virtues, the honor of patriotic service, and the social graces of refined people

*U *se all the available opportunities your city and nation offer to develop and perfect the talents of your child

*V *enerate your religion:  the sacred liturgy, the sacraments, the things of God.  Your child is "another you":  he will do the same

*W* elcome suggestions, both laudatory and critical, with an open mind

*X* Examine your child's work with interest, encouragement, and recommendations

*Y* ield to your child's requests for exceptions or favors only when the best interests of your child will be served.

*Z* ip into this privileged task of rearing your child in the image of God with hope, zeal, confidence, and with gratitude in the One whose creative power you share.

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