His Rewards

As a parent, we often find ways to encourage our chidlren to behave and to study. Many would use the rewarding system while others prefer the punitive way. In my opinion, too much of either method would bring about negative effect.

My children have always been pet lovers, especially my second son. He wishes for a pet every time he has an opportunity to make a wish or get a reward. I remembered reading his wish for a pet some time last year and at that time, he wanted fishes. His wish was granted and we have an aquarium at home now. Then, for his birthday, he wanted a dog but we declined.

Lately, he told me he wanted to study hard and he asked, "Mummy, what if I get first in the whole of primary two?" I said, "Then, you will get a gift and you may choose what you like." "A dog." he said. I'm wondering when he would tell me he wants a horse or a pony. Then, instead of buying insurance for the dog, I got to go for horse insurance or pony insurance. Well, to get a horse insurance is not a problem but the main headache would be where to place the horse.

Rewarding him for excellence performance in his studies would be something I will do. Let's hope he can do well in his coming exam.