What are American children like and how are they raised?
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usa2_-how-are-kids-raised“What are American children like and how are they raised?” This is an impossible question to answer. Each child in every family is different. The USA is a huge country comprised of many nationalities, religions and cultural backgrounds. This diversity determines how the children are raised, so it can be very difficult to define what American children are really like. However, there are some important differences in childcare that set caring for American children apart from those in other countries. Appreciating those differences is the key to any cultural exchange.
usa_-how-are-kids-raisedBefore we look at different parenting styles and some of the differences, it is important to understand that no matter how much you agree or disagree with the way the host parents raise their kids, it is not up to you to decide what is right or wrong for the children. The host parents decide and you follow their wishes and instructions. Be open to new ways of raising children, new behavior management techniques and parenting styles. And who knows, maybe you even like those better than you initially think.