Pay attention, even when what you hear is unpleasant. Your child is always attempting to tell you something, but doesn’t have the maturity to say it in a way you can easily understand. Their words and actions often need interpreting. If you are tempted to react, remember not to take their words literally.

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The Port Charlotte Bandits Pop Warner football team for ages 5-7 practices in a local park in Port Charlotte, Florida.