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The Value of a Family Compass

Parent Report Card

(to be completed by the kids)

Sometimes the very best feedback on parenting comes from the ones we’re trying to parent. Sure, it’s risky, but what better way to open channels of communication with your children?

____ Dad (Mom) shows that he (she) loves me
____ Dad (Mom) is fair in his (her) decisions
____ Dad (Mom) is interested in my feelings
____ Dad (Mom) admits when he (she) is wrong
____ Dad (Mom) spends enough time with me
____ Dad (Mom) controls his (her) anger and words
____ Dad (Mom) listens to what I say
____ Dad (Mom) is fun
____ Dad (Mom) trusts me
____ Dad (Mom) respects me
____ Dad (Mom) enjoys being with me
____ Dad (Mom) provides spiritual leadership
____ Dad (Mom) makes me a priority in his (her) life
____ Overall Grade


On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 is best), what kind of relationship do you want with Dad (Mom)? ____

On the same scale, where are you today in your relationship with Dad (Mom)? ____

If your Dad (Mom) could do three things to raise his (her) grade to a 10, what would they be?

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In Deuteronomy 6:4-7, God instructs parents to teach children about following Him. In what three areas of your spiritual walk would you like your dad or mom to help?

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Do you have thoughts, questions, advice on this topic? Post your stories and comments in the forum for other parents to respond to. Enter the forum now.

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