How can ever teach our children to solve their disputes through communication when war  seem to be an option?
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What if.....\n\nAll the other side has to say is, "We will cut off the hand of the aggressors!"?\n\nOr, "Did the Nazi Holocaust really happen at all?"?\n\nOr, "Israel is near annihilation."?\n\nOr some equally worthless and barbaric statement? \n\nWhat then?
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I think far too many humans in general accept the idea of war and conquest as a legitimate means of land acquisition, or eliminating differences of opinion.  It is completely integral both to our history and to our violent nature.  \n\nAny teacher who chooses to try and educate students about the down side, as well as trying to be historically accurate, is doing precisely what a good teacher ought to do.  Believe me, he may make his students think about it, but he won't make them hate their country.  And, if he helps the process of human evolution along the way, more power to him.\n\nTeachers who believe they are serving the causes of history and education by avoiding, changing, or sugar coating the truths of our past are failing to perform their most important task, to accurately inform and enlighten the young minds in their care.
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I think this is a good age to teach children respect and manners.  They have to have this when they start school, so why not start thinking and talking about it now, on a simple level?\n\nHave discussions,(perhaps at Circle Time) and let them have their opinion.  Give everyone who wants to talk, the opportunity. Don't make it compulsory to give an opinion or to talk, as this will create added pressure on the children.  Discuss how they would feel if someone else said that what they had said was wrong, or not right, or horrible, or whatever.  Feelings are very important for young children to learn, as they can very easily, without knowing upset someone.\n\nThe link below will give some good ideas about strategies and ideas.
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"We" cannot as there will never be consensus on issues such as war, religion etc\n\nThe best that "we" can hope for is to do our personal bit to make things better.\n\nPeace Out
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there's more than 4 models, i don't get your question quite clear but let me see if I can help, I believe communication is the main key in any relationship, you need to communicate your kids about your believes and thoughts, rules to follow and role your kids play in the house and society, discipline; your kids need to know who's the boss at home and they need to know to respect adults at your house and why not mention on the street as well, love; we all need to feel love and tough love is another way to love as well,persistence; they need to learn that they can achieve anything they want by being persistent and you need to be the best example for them...good luck and I hope you get something from this
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Your premise is flawed.  Misunderstanding is not always the cause of conflict, especially among nations.
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I learned that in psychology and sociology communication is needed for growth of your mind, especially in younger children.\nAnd plus its great to communicate, how would you ever learn anything if you didn't??
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arguing can be healthy but also destructive. you need to know the right way to communiciate
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It could just be that the parents are letting their growth take a natural path to begin with where both the kids have equal love and are open to making their own statement.\n\nIn a way it's a good training ground to prepare you for the real world.\n\nIt would be wonderful if the timid kid learns to defend himself voluntarily rather than just be protected and shielded by the parents. If he learns to stand up for himself it’ll help him when he really goes out in the real world because it’s a rough world out there.\n\nThough if this pattern continues without any change for the better then the parents must intervene to settle the issue. \n\nHope my perspective makes sense.\n\nTake care.
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war is never a good option to ending any dispute.  defense of those you love is done out of necessity but going out of your way to kill another human being because you disagree with their ideas or do not like the way they look...i don't know.  that just sounds...i don't know...evil.
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Some kids are very independant and don't see the problem with getting what they want. If you discuss the issue with them like an adult and try to rationalize or even come to a comprimise you may get better results then just saying no. Some kids need valid answers and this shouldn't be seen as a bad thing it may show that the child has an overly analytical mind and may make a great lawyer some day. Challenging authority does not always mean there headed in the wrong direction if they are directed to positive outlets for their way of thinking like debating and politics. Good luck, "difficult" kids often get an unjust bad rep for thier alternative veiws of the world.
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It would help if he had any empathy towards things. How about sending his own daughter to war, in the forefront of the so-called war-in-terror so that he knows. Ever thought about that? It's easy to scarifice other peoples' kids, but not your own.
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Depends on the parents... can either be very traumatic or no big deal.\n\nBe sure to LEAVE THE CHILDREN OUT of the arguments
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Don't reason with a student when they are angry. Give them two choices and set out the consequences of those choices.\n\nWhen they have calmed down you may be able to discuss the issues raised with them further or find out what caused the outburst.
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By discussing their problem and helping to sort it out, give advice, explain their dilemma to them.
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Use logic and build an argument for your cause, kind of like a lawyer would. Don't let the fight get emotional from your end. Approach them rationally and ask if you can sit down and talk and then present your case. Explain that you think you are old enough to chose for yourself and give examples to prove it. \nSometimes it is hard for parents to let go a little. They want to protect their kids and keep them safe and it can be hard to let your kid make his or her own decisions and learn on their own. \nGood luck.
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Very smart thought. I have taught my children to pick their battles.\nOh they are 24-30 yrs old - not children but mine. My son is a Ranger in Army ( his battle is safety of democracy), My youngest,( a mother of twin sons, like you is an environmentalist - she wants her children to have a beautiful earth like she does, my oldest is a stay at home mother that has chosen children's rights to fight for. I am very political but the plight of the homeless - making sure they are fed & have a safe place to go is my fight that I work with the most. Now with my son, I am involved with the Military much more. You are right, we must pick our battles & fight with all we have. I love the United States of America & must work harder to defend it from enemies outside & within our borders. Thanks for reminding me.\n\nIt is hard to tell by our battles but we are a whole family of Republicans.