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Here are some easy ways to instill a lifelong commitment of giving back in your child:
- Be a giving role model — Children love to copy their parents so let them follow your lead. They often look forward to volunteering when a parent or guardian is involved.
- Make it part of your family schedule — When you make volunteering a priority, it instills the idea that your family values helping people and causes important to you.
- Think beyond volunteering — Consider taking a field trip to expose your child to important social issues, like food insecurity, animal rescue or conservation. This experience sets the foundation for future volunteerism and can inspire your child to make a difference.
- See the impact — Working side by side with your child can foster conversations about their perspective and give you insights into what they think and feel. Discussing the experience afterwards helps your child process what they learned and reinforces the positive message of giving back.
Source: Tips for Volunteering with Kids
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