Parenting is a journey full of challenges and milestones.
As children grow, your understanding of the world and their place in it develops.
It is of course important to guide them on this journey, to equip them with the skills and knowledge needed at different stages of their development.
Here, with help from ChatGPT, we explore the key things children need to know by age 5, 10 and 15, based on insights from child development experts.
Up to age 5: basics of safety and emotional literacy
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1. Personal information
It is essential that children know their full name, their parents' full names, home address and contact phone number.
This basic personal information is essential in emergency situations.
2. Emergency response
Understanding when and how to call emergency numbers like 100, 101 and 102 is a critical skill.
Parents can use role play scenarios to help children understand this concept.
3. Identification of unsafe situations
It is important to teach children to recognize potentially dangerous people, including acquaintances.
This understanding goes beyond the concept of 'stranger danger'.
4. Safety awareness
Water and traffic safety are key.
Children should know not to approach an open faucet without adult supervision and the basics of crossing the street safely.
5. Emotional expression
Encouraging children to give a name to the feeling and express their feelings in an appropriate way is fundamental to the development of empathy and communication skills.
Up to the age of 10: building independence and awareness
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1. Puberty and body changes
When children enter middle school, they begin to experience physical and psychological changes.
Understanding these changes is essential to their awareness and self-confidence.
2. Awareness of the existence of hostile elements
Awareness of the dangers inherent in hostile elements is important and this harsh reality must be presented with sensitivity.
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Internet and social media
In the digital age, children need to be aware of the dangers of the internet and social media.
It is recommended to activate parental controls and set time limits in front of screens.
4. Safety at home
Children need to know how to be safe when home alone, including not talking to strangers or opening doors to unknown visitors.
5. Emotional regulation
Recognizing and regulating emotions is essential at this age, as children develop their independence and empathy.
Up to the age of 15: preparing for matriculation
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1. Interaction with strangers
Teens need to learn to interact confidently with adults they don't know, such as police officers, bus drivers, salespeople, librarians, etc.
2. Personal responsibility
Teaching teenagers to start their day independently, without relying on parents as a wake-up call, fosters discipline and responsibility.
3. Homework
Basic skills such as laundry, bed making and simple cooking are essential for independent living.
4. Online presence
Encouraging teenagers to create content instead of just consuming it on social networks can foster creativity and critical thinking.
5. Respecting views
Understanding and respecting different perspectives is key, especially as societies and social interactions become more complex.
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