Giving kids social scripts to use when you're not around
Social scripting achieves the parenting trifecta of keeping kids safe, social and building their independence.
Recently, my daughter rebuked a male friend who complimented about losing weight.
“You just can’t say that!”
Realising his mistake the young guy followed up, “Okay. Sorry. What should I say instead?”
“Tell me I look healthy.”
“Hey, you look really healthy!”
“Th…