IMITATION
Children learn by seeing people doing things. If all they see are people who don’t try, it’s going to be difficult for them to try.
Let us first tap into our family archives to pull out the success stories that can inspire our children—and us, too. They need not be grandiose stories to be motivating; yet, they will exemplify perseverance, diligence, integrity.
There are many books available on historical figures and contemporary achievers in all fields. There are monthly magazines highlighting real-life stories of African American who are realizing their dreams. And, in some of our schools, there are events such as African-American career day, where local citizens in various professions come to share their knowledge and inspirational stories.
Call to Action: On this day, I will take time to encourage my child to discuss her heroes—large and small, famous, and unsung.
