Talk to your child regularly about tolerance. Everyday situations can provide opportunities for discussion.
Weed out stereotypes in your life, and talk to your child about how misleading stereotypes can be. When you see a negative stereotype in the media, bring attention to it. You might even hear your child repeat common stereotypes, including gender-specific occupations, for example. "Only girls are nurses," or "Only boys are policemen." Use these comments are springboards for discussions.
Find ways to bring diversity into your child's life. Together, read books about other cultures. Attend multi-cultural events, watch television shows which spotlight other races and cultures, and encourage friendships with other children, regardless of their race or ethnicity.
Make tolerance a priority in your life. Speak out against discrimination in your daily life and in your community.
With your child, learn about your family heritage. Did your ancestors emigrate from another country? Were they ever discriminated against? Throughout our history, many groups have been persecuted because of their heritage, and helping your child learn about his ancestry will increase his sensitivity of and appreciation for differences.
Practice tolerance. Show patience and forgiveness. Overlook the faults of others. Be flexible. Don't degrade others because they don't think, look or act the same way you do. Gently remind your children to do the same.
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