In instances in which American stories referred to young children's misbehavior, mothers frequently deemphasized these acts, attributing them to the child's spunk and assertiveness. This does not mean that American parents seldom instruct their children in social and moral rules.
In instances in which American stories referred to young children's misbehavior, attributing them to the child's spunk and assertiveness. This does not mean that American parents instruct children in rules.