MercuryNews.com | 06/01/2005 | Generosity an attitude that kids will sense: "Generosity an attitude that kids will sense
By Margaret Steen
Mercury News
Experts answer common questions about raising generous kids:
Q When I'm discussing philanthropy with my kids, how much should I tell them about homelessness, AIDS and other possibly upsetting topics?
A One expert likened these discussions to talking about sex: Be honest, but don't overwhelm young children with more information than they need.
Nicole Sanchez, executive director of Youth Philanthropy Worldwide, explained AIDS to her preschool-age daughter using concepts she could understand.
``We said, `It's a really, really difficult sickness,' '' Sanchez said. ``We didn't even get as graphic with her as, `People die.' ''"
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