imeverywoman Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Thinking about Charlotte Mason, my mind turned to habit formation. I'll go first. I'm most pleased that my kids have learned to obey and do what is right, for no other reason than it is simply the right thing to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Handwashing. Before meals and cooking, after going to the bathroom, when coming in from outside or an outing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
athena1277 Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 My dd6 has celiac disease and is on a strict gluten-free diet. I am so glad that she never eats foods that she can't have - even those she does not know for sure about. She always asks first. She was offered a cupcake at our co-op yesterday and she told her teacher "no thank you". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 My oldest has great organizational skills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestavern Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Making their bed every morning when they wake up, clearing their plates from the table after every meal. We're still working on the obey all the time habit :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Sneezing into their sleeves and chewing with closed mouths. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Obey - because without it I truly could not imagine trying to homeschool. The habit of being helpful - though we're still working on this one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 My son does what he believes is right, even when it's difficult. DD has learned to put school first, and she talks to me about every thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeanestMomInMidwest Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 My kids always bus their plates when they get up from eating, no matter whose house they're at. Seems like a small thing, but I appreciate the automatic help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Hmmm....not sure if this is a habit, but rather a behavior. Not sure if that's the same LOL. But I'm amazed at the way my 4 year old DD loves, cares for, and watches over her little sister (1 year old, almost two). She's always been such a mama's girl and I was afraid she would be incredibly jealous when DD2 was born. Boy, was I wrong. She fell in love with her in the hospital on the day she was born (she was only 2 years old at the time) and hasnt looked back since. She watches out for her as well as I do and she's always looking out for her well-being. I strive to my girls that sisters are best friends and I do not let them mistreat each other. We get enough hurt and flack from people in this world, our sisters should always be there for us to be our friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sasharowan Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Putting laundry in the hamper and putting away folded clothes. Ds12 has even been known to start a load when he sees the need. DD9 has tried but is too short to reach stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Reading for pleasure and completing their lesson work daily. Picking up after themselves and keeping their rooms tidy. They both have good manners both in and outside of our home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Daily chores and piano practice without complaint. (I won't even go into how long that took.... and is taking, LOL!!...) Having a teachable spirit. Obedience. Daily quiet time / self entertainment. I love that they don't require my intervention 100% of the time and are capable of entertaining themselves an coming up with fun things to do together or alone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moni Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 You all have good lists. I'll agree with them rather than devoting too much time and energy to listing a lot of habits. ;) :seeya: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa R. Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 whether it's to a restaurant, a friend's house, or a field trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphabetika Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Self-entertainment from babyhood on up has been the biggest gift in our house. It's much harder for one child than the other, but the payoff has been worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweetpeach Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 Having a teachable spirit. We spent a very long stretch talking about having a teachable spirit. Well worth the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 Reading for pleasure and completing their lesson work daily. Picking up after themselves and keeping their rooms tidy. They both have good manners both in and outside of our home. The reading habit is a double edged sword... ds stayed up till 11 last night, hiding under his blankets and reading with a flashlight... When I found him, I didn't know if I should giggle (such a movie moment) or flip my lid. Do you find that others are shocked by your kids' manners? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaxMom Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 The reading habit is a double edged sword... ds stayed up till 11 last night, hiding under his blankets and reading with a flashlight... When I found him, I didn't know if I should giggle (such a movie moment) or flip my lid. Do you find that others are shocked by your kids' manners? Reading for pleasure is definitely one that I am pleased my children have learned. Even the 4 year olds "read" in bed at night. We got my 8 y.o. a book light last year, and she often continues reading, all snuggled into her covers, after lights-out. We're just fine with that. It's not like she has to get up to go to school at a certain time. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMCassandra Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 Reading. Questioning. (Although this can drive me crazy at times) Relating to and being interested in people of all ages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 Helping out with extra chores when they see I am getting behind. Seeing something needs to be done, and just doing it (like unloading the dishwasher). Being nice to each other, and us parents. Not just respectful, but nice. Going out of their way to do something nice for each other and/or for us. Being gracious, saying thank you, and appreciating both material gifts and gifts of time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 Reading for pleasure is definitely one that I am pleased my children have learned. Even the 4 year olds "read" in bed at night. We got my 8 y.o. a book light last year, and she often continues reading, all snuggled into her covers, after lights-out. We're just fine with that. It's not like she has to get up to go to school at a certain time. ;) Lol, I'm still getting used to no real rules, except the ones I make. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill- OK Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 (edited) Teaching them that they're expected to respect (and obey) us has made sooo many things much easier. I know I've seen others voice the opinion that they want their children to question authority, but IMO (and experience, thus far, with the two oldest reaching teendom) it's waaaay easier to talk and teach about the times and places to do that when you're coming from a place of respect, to begin with, than it is to try and get respect/cooperation from the other direction. Our schooling methods/philosophies, outside activities, and outcomes of other situational problems have all benefitted from this one habit. Although our kids aren't perfect (far from it, lol), we consistently receive comments about their pleasant manners and they really are generally happy kids that are easy to get along with. I believe focusing on this habit has contributed greatly to that, if it hasn't been the main influence. ETA: I feel compelled to add that I believe the respect part of the "respect and obey" is a two-way street. I believe it's right for parents to insist on respect from their children...but I don't believe you receive the full benefit of that unless you endeavor to give respect, as well. Edited February 10, 2009 by Jill, OK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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