2006-09-08 18:44:29 · 31 answers · asked by Jenny 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
depends on the circumstances, Whether it was an accident, carelessness or purposely
2006-09-08 18:47:08 · answer #1 · answered by sharkgirl 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It depends. If a kid broke something on accident and you can tell they did it on accident, make sure that they know that it's okay only because it's an accident but to be more careful next time. If they break stuff on purpose you should punish them by making them do something extra in chores or by taking away something they really enjoy like TV for awhile just so they get the message right. However, you should only punish them if they don't get what you're saying and disobey you.
2006-09-08 18:50:44 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on the how's and why's of it all. I don't honestly feel to ingore a child is ever a good option unless of course you are ignoring a fit they are throwing after you have placed them in time-out. When my son breaks something on accident because he was being careless I don't "punish" but I do explain the meaning of gentle with him. Now if he breaks something on purpose which he has done I do punish him. It all depends though on what he breaks and why on the punishment I give.
2006-09-08 19:33:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Either way I would not ignore it. If he/she broke it intentionally or carelessly then they should be responsible for cleaning up the mess, and as punishment do chores until they have earned enough money to purchase a replacement along with an apology.
If it was an accident, they would also have to assist in cleaning up the mess and apologize, but not be reprimanded.
2006-09-08 22:32:11 · answer #4 · answered by daisymae 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the child breaks something purposely maybe his/her feeling are hurt and he/she is trying to revenge you.NEVER punish the child.You should find out what has made him/her to behave like that.Maybe you have been too bad with the child.You have to apologize then.The child is thinking "Mommy/Daddy hurt my feelings and now I will revenge" and he/she does it on the only way he/she knows.This is one of 4 wrong targets - Revenge.Even if your kid has broken this on purpose,spanking won't solve the problem.Beating learns children that "older are allowed to beat younger"("When I become older I'll also beat youngers") or "When people are mad,they beat the others"(I start tomorrow in the kindergarten").
If your child hasn't broken it on purpose,you just help him repair it and that's it!
2006-09-09 02:23:40 · answer #5 · answered by julie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well if u ignore your child when he/she breaks sumthin than they will get the message that its oh k to break things all the time.if ur the kind of parent who doesnt like punishing your child ,try a simple punishment(depends on the age)but if he/she is a toddler than try sumthing like putting him or her in the corner for a while or in an empty room with nothing to do.
2006-09-08 18:50:01 · answer #6 · answered by kimberly z 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look if you want a kid to act like an adult like a adult(adult never brake something) thats foolish look if your kid is in a age of 3-5 and hes braking something that mean hes started to explore this world he dont know what is right and wrong in his eyes what hes doing is fine and it is fine because hes just exploring the things and if you gonna stop him from doing that it may have bad effects on him..so just ignore it..if he do it again talk to him in a poliete way and tell him what hes doing is wrong...the other thing is its your duty to check out that if he got a expensive thing in his hand if he do take it away from him dont punish him just ignore him...
2006-09-08 19:07:01 · answer #7 · answered by cool k 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never ignore!!! But it would depend on the situation and the item he or she broke. If punishments deems necessary then yes, but if replaceing the item can be the better way the do that instead.
2006-09-08 18:47:42 · answer #8 · answered by slanteyedkat 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends if it was a total and complete accident then no dont punish the kid but if the kid did it on purpose then punish that fool
2006-09-08 18:51:08 · answer #9 · answered by cowboy76360 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Need more details. If it was done wrongly on purpose, then make your kid look at you and show him/her that it is wrong and make him/her know it. You don't have to hit your kid or send the kid to the corner. How will he/she learn from that? Teach your kid correctly. Also, speak seriously and don't laugh or smile after you finish. Then he/she might think it's a joke. Good luck.
Life is about experiences, not materials. Never forget.
2006-09-08 18:52:59 · answer #10 · answered by WWJD: What Would Joker Do? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
reprimand if the kid is below the age of 2 years, if the kid is older, punish! Now is the time, later they get more and more spoilt
2006-09-08 18:55:44 · answer #11 · answered by noogney 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋