Developing kindness and empathy -- Gaining independence -- Dealing with shyness -- Building confidence -- Testing limits and taking risks -- Dealing with anger and frustration -- Coping with fears and frustration -- Copying with fears and anxieties -- Developing a sense of humor -- Learning to resolve conflicts -- Coping with separation and loss -- Milestones in emotional development.
Summary:
"Whether you see a preschooler laughing or crying, hugging or tugging on a playmate, taking risks or seeking comfort from an adult, you know that they are developing their emotional skills and growing up in so many ways every day. And they need your help! Emotional Development of Three- and Four-Year-Olds shares common milestones and typical scenarios to help you recognize various ways that preschoolers express their feelings and interact with others. You will also learn strategies for supporting and nurturing their growth, especially in situations involving the following types of emotional challenges and accomplishments: Expressing kindness and empathy Exerting independence Managing shyness Building confidence Testing limits and taking risks Expressing anger and frustration Dealing with fears and anxieties Sharing a sense of humor Handling conflicts Dealing with separation and loss As you support preschoolers struggling to handle emotional challenges that occur during everyday interactions with adults and other children, you will help them learn the skills to navigate their emotional ups and downs in more positive ways. Part of the Gryphon House Growing Up in Stages series"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.