This center focuses on the building and maintaining of healthy
self-esteem in children and adults. In the first chapter, we
look at a general overview of self-esteem including what it is,
things you can do to improve self-esteem and changing negative
thoughts. The second chapter is an extensive look at building
children's self-esteem, particularly in the middle childhood
years (ages 8-11). These years are very exciting, filled with
many changes and some challenges as well. Children are
developing their own style, their own social life, and their own
schedule. They are starting to assert their own beliefs and to
express their feelings. During this time parents will find many
opportunities to influence children's developing character, and
in so doing, lay down a strong foundation that will support
children throughout the rest of their lives. Though they are
growing more independent each day, children continue to rely
upon their parents for sustenance, coaching and guidance, limit
setting, comfort and approval.