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Social & Emotional Skills for Ages 3-5

Social & Emotional Skills for Ages 3-5

 
Whether she gets her art ideas from her pal or her mannerisms from you, it's normal for your child to be a mini mimic.
Prepare yourself for the common, and perfectly natural, jealous feelings from new big brothers and sisters.
For exuberant 5 year olds, school is all about playing, learning to sit still, and getting along.
Baby on the way? Use our tips to ease the transition for your older child.
Learn how to capitalize on your kindergartner's fascination with manners.
Help your child handle changes big and small — from starting preschool to moving from playtime to dinner.
Kids this age like to prove how grown-up they are by making their own decisions.
Ease preschool drop-offs with these simple suggestions.
Encourage cooperation and sharing with these activities that tap into teachers' tried-and-true strategies.
Reconnecting with your child after preschool can be just as traumatic or meaningful as the morning drop-off. Here's how to make it...
Is there anything you can do to help your child appreciate the lighter side of life? Sure there is. Try these tactics to
Find out how children learn to connect with others.
Find out how children learn to understand and respond to others.
Help your child develop the skills for coping with life's difficult times.

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