Sibling rivalry is a real issue that can lead to feelings of jealousy, competition, and even fighting. It can be especially intense when children are close in age, intellectually gifted, or homeschooled. To try to handle sibling rivalry in a healthy manner, there are a few tips that can be used. T hese tips can help reduce the intensity of the rivalry and prevent lasting damage to relationships.

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Kids have the same feelings and senses as adults, so they can pick up on differences in parental treatment. To avoid this, make an effort to treat each child equally, focus on positive feedback, and spend equal amounts of time with them.

Don’t Play Favorites

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Let each child know that you recognize and support their individuality, allowing them to be themselves.

Affirm and Encourage Each Child’s Strengths and Interests

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Collaborative projects allow kids to showcase their strengths and use them to solve a problem as a team.

Create Opportunities for Collaboration

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Handle sibling rivalry in homeschool with tips. Swipe up to read more on  How to Handle Sibling Homeschool Rivalry

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