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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Parenting experts say it is important for children to learn self-help skills because they impact many areas of their development.

Debbie Karlstrand from the Family Conservancy stopped by the FOX4 studio Tuesday, June 17 to share tips to help children build these skills.

Debbie suggests:

  • Building confidence
  • Increasing independence

If you would like more information you can contact the Family Conservancy at (913) 342-1110.