Preschool: Social and Emotional Articles
Talking Safety to Your Preschooler
By the time your child is around age three, you need to begin paving the way for personal safety skills. It begins now, but it's an empowering journey that will continue until your child leaves home.
Dealing with Separation Anxiety
Your first four years together have been heaven-sent. From his first step to his first complete sentence, you've been on-hand championing your son's growth and development. Now it's time to pass the torch to his preschool teacher.
Encouraging a Shy Preschooler to Participate
If you're the parent of a shy preschooler, you know that balancing the new experiences that your child needs with the safety and security you want to provide can be a tricky task. Want to help? Here are some ways to help shy preschoolers become a part of the group.
Ask the Child Psychologist: Refusal to be Alone
I have noticed that lately my four-year-old son will not do anything that requires him to be away from me. If I try to close a door to get dressed, he starts to cry. Is there something wrong with him? What can I do?
Preschoolers' Severe Tantrums May Signal a Problem
Everyone has a bad day sometimes. But a preschoolers' severe tantrums may signal a problem with depression or disruptive disorders. Get the facts about your child's behavior.
The Best Board Games for Preschoolers
Looking for a boredom buster? Wait. Before you turn on the TV. Think about another box... the board game! Here are five absolutely fantastic games for preschoolers that may not be in your closet yet:
A Preschool Behavior Survival Guide
Just when they thought the worst was over, enter the sometimes willful, rude, and whiny preschool child. Here's a parent-friendly guide to getting preschool behavior on track - without losing your mind!
5 Ways to Teach Preschool Patience
Patience is not one of a preschooler's strongest skills. Here are five things you can do to help your child become more patient.
The First Day of School: Dealing with Preschool Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety is a very common problem for preschool children, especially during the first few weeks of school. Here are some tips for cutting down on separation anxiety during the preschool years.
Ask the Child Psychologist: Preschool Aggression
My preschooler has started to intentionally say things to upset people, like "You're dead!" or "You're a bad guy!â I don't want to give it too much attention, but at the same time I want him to know I don't like it. What should I do?
- Reading, Writing, and Crossing the Midline
- Talking in Class
- Holiday Helper: Embellished Tote Bag
- Help Your Child Understand One-to-One Correspondence
- Healthy Store-Bought Lunch Box Snacks
- Stop! It's a hexagon!
- Make a Dreamcatcher
- Foster Self-Regulation Skills with Games
- School Avoidance
- Yarn Doll Family Fun
