- April 13, 2025
- 9:02 am
Simple Ways to Encourage Empathy in Toddlers and Young Kids
Introduction: Why Empathy Matters Now More Than Ever In our increasingly connected yet sometimes divided world, empathy stands out as perhaps the most essential skill we can nurture in our children. The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person serves as the foundation for meaningful relationships, conflict resolution, effective communication, and ethical decision-making throughout life. Research from Harvard’s Making Caring Common project reveals that approximately 80% of youth in their survey ranked personal achievement and happiness above caring for others—yet 96% of parents say they want to …
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