HOW TO TALK TO YOUR KIDS ABOUT POLITICS ACCORDING TO THE EXPERTS

As we get closer and closer to November 6, the political landscape is constantly heating up. Some things that we are seeing and hearing are hard for adults to wrap their heads around. You can only image what children are thinking. Talking to kids about politics can be a sensitive and complex topic, but it’s important for them to understand the world around them. According to the parenting experts at Mother.ly, here are a few tips that will help you talk to your kids about politics. Vote buttons. PIXABAY.COM Answer exactly what they ask Children are full of tough questions, especially when they are ready to hear the answers. The experts suggest that when you are answering a child’s questions, you should: Answer specific questions. Keep the answers short, age-appropriate and honest. Let your child guide the depth of the conversation—they will ask more questions if they want to know more. If they don’t ask for more details, your child may not be ready for them. Make sure to keep things age-appropriate Tailor your explanations to their age level. Younger children may need simpler language and concrete examples, while older children can grasp more abstract concepts. Here is a Mother.ly...