My daughter always wants to be the first and wins in everything. When someone else is better than her, she becomes a very sore loser. How do I teach her the spirit of sportsmanship?

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It’s really pretty simple. It’s about honouring everyone and learning what respect really means. Here are some important principles to instill in your children: - If you lose, don't make up excuses. - If you win, don't rub it in. - Learn from mistakes and get back in the game. - Always do your best. - If someone else makes a mistake, remain encouraging and avoid criticizing. - Show respect for yourself, your team, and the officials of the game.

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