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Just a couple things to think about regarding preschool-aged children:
- Numbers Are Language, Too
Who can resist the charms of a small child attempting to recite the numbers from 1 to 10? You might be surprised to learn that numerical concepts are also a type of language if you’re trying to teach your child the number system.
Reciting the numbers 1 to 10 is nice, but the real goal is for your child to be able to point to a collection of items and say how many are there, according to an experienced preschool teacher. This is a huge step toward matching a sound (like the word “seven”) with an abstract concept (the “seven-ness” of a group of seven things).
- Kids Feel Emotion Differently
If you’ve ever seen a toddler throw a tantrum, you know how upset they can get over the tiniest of things. But this isn’t just for show; studies show that toddlers experience emotion in a more holistic way than adults.
Children aren’t always aware that emotions are temporary. They may feel trapped in a particular emotion, despite the fact that emotions come and go. It may even be difficult for them to express how they feel about a situation, making it more of a struggle for them to do anything about it.
Children learn how to control their emotions in preschool. They’ll have a lot more models of how to move and interact in the world once they’re in an environment with other kids and a variety of adults.
Interesting? Helpful? We will share these types of information, from time to time, in hopes that it helps you parents as you travel along the path of Parenthood.
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