Last Friday, October 18th, WAS Changzhou Lower School hosted a highly anticipated Positive Parenting Workshop and Information Session to equip parents with essential skills and insights for navigating the challenges of modern parenting. The workshop introduced innovative PRAISE skills - an acronym representing Praise, Reflection, Imitation, Description, and Enjoyment - designed to foster positive parent-child relationships and promote healthy child development.
In today's fast-paced and ever-changing world, the role of parents has become increasingly complex. With the rise of technology, social media, and other external influences, raising children in the 21st century presents unique challenges. The Positive Parenting Workshop at WAS Changzhou Lower School sought to address these challenges by providing parents with practical, easy-to-implement tools and strategies to promote positive interactions and effective communication with their children.
The workshop began with an overview of the PRAISE skills, emphasising their importance in cultivating a supportive and nurturing environment in the home.
Paise
Praise encourages positive behaviour and reinforces a child's self-esteem;
Reflection
Reflection involves active listening and empathetic responses to a child's thoughts and feelings;
Imitation
Imitation allows parents to model desired behaviours for their children;
Description
Description involves providing specific feedback and guidance;
Enjoyment
Finally, enjoyment emphasises creating joyful and meaningful experiences with children.
By the end of the workshop, parents left with a deeper understanding of the PRAISE skills and how they can be applied in daily interactions with their children. The workshop aimed to empower parents to create a positive and supportive family environment, fostering healthy emotional development and strong parent-child bonds.
In conclusion, the Positive Parenting Workshop at WAS Changzhou Lower School was a valuable opportunity for parents to gain insights and tools essential for navigating the complexities of 21st-century parenting. Introducing PRAISE skills provided a framework for fostering positive relationships and promoting the well-being of parents and children. We stand ready to support parents in applying these skills in their daily interactions, creating a foundation for a harmonious and fulfilling parent-child relationship.
