Survey your child’s life space

What is a typical day for your child? Who does your child see and speak with on a daily basis? Who are his friends? Do you know them personally? Do you know their names? What adults have a relationship with your child? Are there any adults who your child is left alone with? Think about the kind of influence this adult may have on your child. Some adults are self-esteem builders, and some are self-esteem destroyers. How far from your home is your child allowed to go and explore? How many different places is your child familiar with? (The library, the local park, movie theatres, restaurants, bookstores, friend’s homes, etc.)