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"How do you teach a child to be a good friend? Of course, there is no manual to follow; the forging of successful friendships is intuitive, it springs from the right chemistry, and a true friendship takes time and patience -- and some trial and error -- to cultivate. But, you can teach your children many things about the profound nature of friendship simply by being a good friend yourself." Read more of Iris' thoughts on how to teach children about Friendship.

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