Is Your Parenting Style A Good Match For Generation Alpha Children?

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Quiz Questions

1.
Your child made a sloppy painting and wants your opinion. What do you say?
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- A.
  'You're such a great artist. Look at this creativity!'
- B.
  'This painting is sloppy, don't waste good paper for that.'
- C.
  'I like the colors. What about we take the time to finish it? It looks like it could use some more love.'
- D.
  'It's perfect! What about I put it in a frame?'
2.
Your child has a playdate and fights with their friend. How do you react?
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- A.
  You call the friend's mother and tell her your child will not come over to play again.
- B.
  You listen to your child and comfort them. It's a great occasion to develop social skills.
- C.
  Poor darling, they look so miserable. You ask your child what could console them: a hug? a cookie? a cartoon?
- D.
  How bad can be a child's fight? You tell your child to stop crying for nothing. They need to be strong.
3.
Your child refuses to kiss their grandma when she asks them to. How do you react?
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- A.
  Manners are important. They'll kiss their grandma, and that's it.
- B.
  You tell your child they can do as they wish and dismiss their grandma. She is so demanding!
- C.
  Your child must feel guilty not to oblige. You hug them and explain to the grandma that your child is highly sensitive.
- D.
  You validate your child: standing for their body boundaries is positive. You ask them how they could greet their grandma instead. You explain your position about body boundaries to the grandma.
4.
How do your children participate in the house chores?
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- A.
  It is not my children's role to help in the house. I am happy to do it all. Let them have fun.
- B.
  They help according to their age, it is important to learn responsibility.
- C.
  I ask for their help but when they don't, I don't insist. Most of the time it's me cleaning up after them.
- D.
  We're not a hotel. They have a schedule to follow, and if they don't do all their chores they get a consequence.
5.
You're cooking dinner and your child absolutely wants to help. How do you react?
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- A.
  You want your child to be happy but a kitchen is a dangerous place. What about a cooking game on the iPad?
- B.
  Of course, your child can help. And that's okay if they also want to change the menu, this is creativity!
- C.
  It makes things more complicated but you know it is good for your child so you find them a task.
- D.
  You're already late and you don't have time to lose, you say no.
6.
Your child is struggling to put on their trousers. How do you react?
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- A.
  You run to help. You don't know why they didn't wait, you always dress them.
- B.
  Autonomy is important. You encourage your child to try alone before offering to help.
- C.
  Six years old and not able to get dressed? You ask them to hurry up and stop messing around.
- D.
  Why bother to learn to put on trousers when leggings and sweat pants exist? You take your child shopping.
7.
Your child disagrees with you. What do you say?
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- A.
  "You're just a child. Let's hear your opinion when you'll be a grown-up. There are so many things you don't know."
- B.
  "You are right sweetheart! Mommy didn't mean to upset you. Let's not talk about this anymore."
- C.
  "I'm glad to hear your opinion. We don't have to agree on everything. Tell me more."
- D.
  "Look at you. You are so smart! I would have never said something like that at your age!"
8.
Your child wants to go and play outside. How far do you let them go?
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- A.
  I never let them go out of arms' reach. So many things can happen. And all those weirdos! I'd prefer to go with them.
- B.
  When they’re out of sight they might misbehave. They’re allowed to play in our garden and that’s it.
- C.
  They can play within the boundaries we fixed them. We went over the possible dangers together.
- D.
  I trust my children's judgment, and they can go as they wish.
9.
Do your children get much of a say in family matters?
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- A.
  Of course! I want my children to feel happy and loved, hence I make sure to follow their wishes.
- B.
  Some matters are for adults to decide, but some can be discussed as a family. In this case, everyone's opinion is considered.
- C.
  I make sure that my children are never frustrated, so their opinion always comes first.
- D.
  Not at all. I call the shots. Children are children and are meant to follow their parents' decisions.
10.
How do you control your children's screen time?
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- A.
  Controlling is not my thing. I trust my children to be reasonable.
- B.
  Screen time for fun is limited. But I allow some more when the activity is educational.
- C.
  Screen time is a reward for good behavior and done chores. Always under supervision.
- D.
  I let my children use screens when they are bored or angry. It helps smooth their feelings.
11.
How would you like your children to see you?
- A.
  I am their best friend, someone they have fun with and makes them happy.
- B.
  I am a balance between security and love, someone they can trust and be confident with.
- C.
  I am a model of good manners and a correct attitude. With the right education, they will succeed in their life.
- D.
  I am a lioness, always there to protect them. They know I will always defend them and make sure they're happy.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Your parenting style is... permissive
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As a permissive parent, you’re actually more of a friend than a parent. You indulge your child’s desires and give in easily. Because you don't want to fight with your child, and you don’t like authority.You trust your children to figure things out and to define their limits, hence you don’t have specific expectations and accept your child’s behavior no matter what.Your child’s happiness is your one focus and if that means having nuggets every second meal and going to bed at midnight, then be it!"We never know the love of the parent till we become parents ourselves." — Henry Ward BeecherHere is the thing though, without any kind of structure, children raised by permissive parents live in an alternate reality and are more likely to develop essential skills like resilience, perseverance and self-regulation.Are you truly equipping your child to live the best version of their life? GET YOUR FULL RESULTS TO:- see how your parenting style is what your child needs (or not)- receive 3 proven strategies specially designed for your parenting styleIf you already entered your email address, check your inbox for your full results.If you don't see them, check your spam folder and add us to your contact list <berenice@theearthschool.ch>.
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Your parenting style is... over-protective
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Parents are instinctively protective, so it’s natural you feel that way. It’s every parent's goal to raise happy, healthy, and successful children, and to prevent hurt, illness and failure. The over-protective parent can't stand to see their child disappointed or failing at something. You’d rather jump in and save the day at all costs, helping your child with any challenge coming their way.After all, you believe that this is your role as a parent. And to protect your children properly, you make sure to know where they are, with whom and what they are doing at any given moment."When it comes to their kids, parents are all just instinct and hope. And fear. Rules and laws fly straight out the window.- M. L. StedmanThough this over-protective attitude definitely comes from a place of love, it has a price for children who virtually don’t get a chance to develop self-confidence and who see the world as a dangerous place.Are you truly equipping your child to live the best version of their life? GET YOUR FULL RESULTS TO:- see how your parenting style is what your child needs (or not)- receive 3 proven strategies specially designed for your parenting styleIf you already entered your email address, check your inbox for your full results.If you don't see them, check your spam folder and add us to your contact list <berenice@theearthschool.ch>.
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Your parenting style is... democratic
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You are willing to do your best to raise your children in a way that respects them as persons while keeping some standards. Good on you. You balance love and attention with limits and consequences.Yet it is not easy, and you often question yourself. You know you’re not supposed to yell and punish, you know you’re supposed to make room for emotions and the self. You know you need to watch out for your child’s self-esteem but that you have to be careful not to turn them into Emperor children. You try to add all those to your educational model and it becomes quite an adventure!“The greatest gifts we can give our children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence.” - Maria MontessoriThough you are definitely on the right path to raise happy, self-confident, and successful children, the risk here is to lack consistency as you're still trying to figure out things along the way.Are you truly equipping your child to live the best version of their life? GET YOUR FULL RESULTS TO:- see how your parenting style is what your child needs (or not)- receive 3 proven strategies specially designed for your parenting styleIf you already entered your email address, check your inbox for your full results.If you don't see them, check your spam folder and add us to your contact list <berenice@theearthschool.ch>.
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Your parenting style is... strict
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When friends or family come to visit, they are in awe of your children’s good manners and politeness.Your children know how to behave and what to say, and you never have a complaint about them. They know that when you ask for something they better comply if they don’t want a consequence.You are the master in the house and everyone lives by your rules. You take pride in raising well-mannered children who don’t discuss everything, throw tantrums, or think they are little kings. Your children know their place and obey even though you don’t explain to them the why behind a demand, they fear the consequences or crossing you too much to dare to ask.Here is the thing though, children of strict parents often grow up doubting their importance as their needs and wishes aren’t considered and end up letting others dictate their lives.Are you truly equipping your child to live the best version of their life? GET YOUR FULL RESULTS TO:- see how your parenting style is what your child needs (or not)- receive 3 proven strategies specially designed for your parenting styleIf you already entered your email address, check your inbox for your full results.If you don't see them, check your spam folder and add us to your contact list <berenice@theearthschool.ch>.

Is Your Parenting Style A Good Match For Generation Alpha Children?

Take this two-minute quiz to find out which of the four parenting types you are: permissive, democratic, overprotective, or strict. Plus get personalized tips to make the best of it for generation alpha children.

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Quiz Outcomes