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Early childhood is a critical period for social and
emotional development. During these formative years,
children develop essential skills that lay the foundation
for their interactions, relationships, and emotional well-
being throughout life. As educators, it's crucial to
understand the social and emotional dimensions of
early childhood and provide environments that support
healthy growth in these areas.
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Social and emotional
development means how children
start to understand who they are,
what they are feeling and what to
expect when interacting with
others. It is the development of
being able to: Form and sustain
positive relationships. Experience,
manage and express emotions.
Explore and engage with the
environment.
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• refers to a child's ability to interact with others, form
relationships, and understand social norms.
• Parallel play: Around ages 2-3, children engage in parallel play,
playing alongside but not directly with other children.
• Cooperative play: By age 4-5, children start engaging in
cooperative play, collaborating with peers towards a common
goal.
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Strategies to support social development:
• Encourage peer interactions through group activities,
playdates, and cooperative games.
• Model positive social behaviors and teach conflict resolution
skills.
• Provide opportunities for sharing and taking turns, fostering
cooperation and empathy.
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• involves understanding and managing one's own emotions as
well as recognizing and responding to the emotions of others.
• Emotional regulation: Children gradually learn to regulate their
emotions, calming themselves when upset and expressing
emotions appropriately.
• Self-awareness: Developing self-awareness involves recognizing
one's own emotions and understanding how they influence
behavior.
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Strategies to support emotional development:
• Create a nurturing and supportive environment where children
feel safe expressing their emotions.
• Teach emotional vocabulary and provide opportunities for
children to label and discuss their feelings.
• Model emotional regulation techniques such as deep breathing
or taking a break when upset.
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Factors that influenced Social and Emotional Development
• Parental Influence
• Peer Interactions
• Cultural and Environmental Factors
• Genetic and Biological Factors
• Early Experiences
• Media and Technology
• Socioeconomic Status
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Importance of Social and Emotional Development:
• Social and emotional skills are fundamental for overall
well-being and success in life.
• Strong social and emotional skills contribute to positive
relationships, academic achievement, and resilience in
the face of challenges.
• Early childhood lays the groundwork for lifelong social
and emotional competence, making interventions
during this period particularly impactful.
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