Engaging in a dialogue with children is a reflection of human maturity and cultural depth. It is an effective strategy, serving as a gateway for parents, educators, and caregivers to access the child's inner world, a world rich with ideas, and vision , where thoughts , imagination, and perceptions are mixed .
In light of the social disconnection caused by modern passive media consumption leading to reduced interaction between parents and children, and even among brothers and sisters, dialogue emerges as a vital means of connecting with children's minds and emotions. Through dialogue, we can better understand them, convince them and influence their values, and guide them towards upright behavior, empowering them to become responsible members of society capable of serving their communities and contributing meaningfully to achieve its high goals in the near future.
Furthermore, dialogue plays a significant role in nurturing children's creative thinking. It offers a space for openness, comfort, and positivity. It enhances children's communication and life skills, shapes their personalities, builds self-confidence, and enables them to express their thoughts freely, eloquently, and clearly.
On the other hand , dialogue also instills values of understanding and empathy with others , and serves as a powerful tool for education, skill development, and the formation of sound perspectives about life, humanity, and the universe. It stimulates creativity talents provided we thoughtfully choose the topic, environment, approach, and logical reasoning that align with a child's level of understanding and emotional world. Moreover , dialogue opens new horizons for parents and educators, helping them decode their children's personalities, understand their inner worlds, and select the most effective educational approaches tailored to their individual traits and needs laying the foundation for informed, conscious parenting and education.
Key Tips for Effective Dialogue with Children :
Acknowledgement and respect of the child's status and individuality, considering their age and developmental stage, providing them with a sense of safety, trust, and comfort, accepting and welcoming their ideas with an open mind, and
listening to them attentively without interrupting
and responding them calmly, wisely, and in a manner appropriate to the child’s cognitive level
