You’ve probably notice how young children seem to wear their hearts on their sleeves. They naturally let you know how they’re feeling. This authenticity is a wonderful quality of childhood but children also need support in learning how to express and process their emotions, especially in the context of social situations. Early interactions affect how children view themselves, others, and the world around them. As the adults in their lives, we have many opportunities to foster the development of their social and emotional acuity.
This month at PFM, we’re focusing on how to support these interactions for all children and families in our school and have attached an article that outlines realistic expectations and easy tips for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers for you to reference as well.