Preschool: Social and Emotional Articles
12 Ways to Deal with Temper Tantrums
One problem that no preschool parent has ever been spared is that of the tantrum. Try some of the following ideas to help avoid tantrums, or at least make them less frequent and less intense.
Even Preschoolers Sweat the Small Stuff
How much stress could a 4-year-old possibly be under, you ask? Well, she may not be worrying about the mortgage, the mother-in-law visit, or how she's going to get that presentation done before 7 a.m. but she may still be dealing with pressure.
Helping Your Preschooler Understand Emotions and Feelings
What can parents do at home to help foster their child's emotional development? Helping your preschooler identify her feelings and giving her strategies for dealing with them in constructive ways are all part of growing up.
Bowling for Kindergarten
What do 10 pins and a big heavy ball have to do with kindergarten? Quite a lot, actually. Believe it or not, bowling is a sport that touches on many aspects of kindergarten preparedness. Plus, it's fun!
Gearing Up for Preschool Development
Check out this list of skills you should help your child master in order to make the transition to preschool go smoothly.
Separation Anxiety 101
Here are answers to common questions about separation anxiety.
- Reading, Writing, and Crossing the Midline
- Holiday Helper: Embellished Tote Bag
- Help Your Child Understand One-to-One Correspondence
- Talking in Class
- Healthy Store-Bought Lunch Box Snacks
- Stop! It's a hexagon!
- Make a Dreamcatcher
- Foster Self-Regulation Skills with Games
- Yarn Doll Family Fun
- Delightful Dough Basket
