Describe ways the practioner can support the emotional development of children aged 0-3 years?

Question

Describe ways the practioner can support the emotional development of children aged 0-3 years?

Answer 1

I like the way my practitioner helps my son.  He looked him in the eyes and asked him if he had any questions. and if everything was alright.  Getting down to the level of the child is best and talking to them because they are people and not just a number is best. talking to the child and not just the parent as if the child is not even there.  even babies and toddlers learn by their interactions no matter who it is!  Also I think asking the mom/dad how their life is - suggestions on how to help them cope is also nice - ours does that too hes great!

Answer 2

Offer a range of activities to promote emotional development such as:

Imaginative play - children can use puppets and dolls to act out a situation, such as arrival of new baby brother/sister. Children can also act out real life experiences by dressing up and trying out the roles of other people.

Musical activities - children can release aggression, e.g. banging on a drum.

Water and sand play - can be soothing to touch/pour

Clay & play dough - helps to release aggression as well as being smooth/calming to touch

Books & stories - hearing about how other people deal with emotions/worries/first experiences can help children to talk about their own worries and anxieties.

Writing activities - children can write and draw pictures about what they are feeling.

It is also important to remember that some children may also need specialist help in order to help them deal with their feelings and emotions. There are a number of specialists (for example, play therapists) who can offer help and support to children with their feelings of loss and grief.