Is it more important for a child to understand the purpose of instructions given or should they just respect it and follow it, no questions ask?
When they reach a certain age or maturity level, it should definitely be explained.
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Is it more important for a child to understand the purpose of instructions given or should they just respect it and follow it, no questions ask?
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She take my money when I'm in need
Yeah, she's a triflin' friend indeed
Oh, she's a gold digger
Way over town, that digs on me
Yeah, she's a triflin' friend indeed
Oh, she's a gold digger
Way over town, that digs on me
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It’s important to understand the purpose of direction
Ew. Teaching kids to not question authority is disgusting. That’s how you make kids an easy target for abusers & predators. Full stop.
Both. They need to follow the rules based on their understanding of why they need to listen.
Understanding is the key for everything
Kids don't worry about why. They're more how.
Yes it is important for a child to understand instructions