Different models of parenting
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe different parenting styles and explain their effects.
Key learning points
- Each parenting style has strengths and weaknesses, and they need to be adapted for the individual child.
- Authoritarian parenting is strict and less nurturing.
- Authoritative parenting blends warmth with clear rules.
- Permissive parenting lacks firm boundaries.
- Uninvolved parenting is dismissive with limited boundaries.
Keywords
Authoritarian - in this context, a parenting style with strict rules, high control and limited emotional warmth
Authoritative - in this context, a parenting style combining clear boundaries with emotional support and warmth
Permissive - in this context, a parenting style with minimal rules and high warmth, but low expectations or control
Uninvolved - in this context, a parenting style with low emotional involvement and minimal rules or expectations
Common misconception
All parenting styles are equally effective for all children.
Authoritative parenting tends to lead to the most positive outcomes. However, 'bubble parenting' shows no parent/carer needs to be perfect - being mostly authoritative is good enough.
Teacher tip
Discuss examples of parenting in popular culture and work out what sort of parenting styles are used.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which word means an imaginary line separating what we will or won’t allow?
Q2.Who developed three parenting principles to support a child’s healthy growth?
Q3.Which of the following statements is correct according to the 'good enough' parenting theory?
Q4.Which scenario shows a parent setting a clear boundary while still being supportive?
Q5.What does the theory that parents/carers don't need to be 'perfect' mean?
Q6.Match each parenting approach with its likely outcome.
children may become rebellious or anxious
children may lack self-discipline
children feel supported but guided
children may feel neglected or insecure
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word with the definition.
strict parenting, high expectations, low warmth
warm parenting, responsive, sets clear rules and expectations
minimal rules, high warmth, but low expectations or control
low emotional involvement and minimal rules or expectations
Q2.Which parenting style is most likely to have clear, explained boundaries?
Q3. is considered the most strict parenting style.
Q4.What effect might permissive parenting have on children?
Q5.Uninvolved parents are ...
Q6.Which term refers to the idea that mostly authoritative parenting is good enough?
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