Many parents have had challenging conversations with their children. There's one more to add to the list--climate change. But the most important thing parents can give them is hope: there are solutions, and everyone has something to contribute no matter what their ages are. Here are tips that will help parents have a positive climate conversation with their children.
Start by listening. They first learn about climate change in the school, online or from their friends. By taking time to understand how children feel about climate change, parents can help them figure out how they can be part of the solution.
Being a parent is tough and the to-do list never seems to end. The good news is talking about climate change doesn't have to be complicated. There are many websites parents can turn to for help. , Continuing to learn more about climate change can prepare parents themselves to answer kids' questions.
Connect with nature. Encouraging kids to play outside helps them appreciate the outdoors. A study conducted a few years ago found that kids who play outdoors are more likely to be interested in protecting nature. Research suggests that kids who interact with nature are more likely to be in good health.
Encourage kids to act. Most kids know that climate change is happening, but they might not know what they can do to fix it. Often, what holds them back from acting is a lack of efficacy (效力): they are not convinced that they can make a difference. So build children's efficacy by looking for examples of people, especially kids who are making a difference.
A. Keep learning.
B. It isn't only about the future.
C. Improve their learning efficiency.
D. Climate change is real and the threat of it is serious.
E. Tell them that kids' actions are already incredibly effective.
F. Many children are already aware that the climate is changing.
G. Parents should know what children have learned in the school.
