Building Responsibility in Tweens
Parenting Today's Teens
06/17/24
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Our approach to parenting must shift as our kids’ world changes — which means we have to recognize the complex issues our pre-teens are being faced with. In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd dive into the crucial subject of instilling responsibility in tweens — children ages 9-12 — who are navigating a world filled with unprecedented pressures and influences. From taking care of pets to managing chores, tune in to discover ways to equip your tweens with the resilience and wisdom they need to thrive in an ever-changing world!
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Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org
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