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A psychologist says parents who raise resilient, socially intelligent kids always do 5 things during 'hard times' Want to boost your kids' confidence and social intelligence? A child psychologist says providing reassurance and validation can make a world of difference. Here's how parents can do that.

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HOW TO BEST PREPARE PRESCHOOLERS FOR FUTURE READING AND WRITING

There's no need for pencils or paper. Preschoolers don’t need to learn letters at this age either.

“Getting ready to read and write does NOT need to, nor should it, involve sitting still, OR letters, OR paper, and pencil. There are so many other important things that need to happen, and happen a LOT, before a child can successfully read and write.” - Denita Dinger, author and early childhood educator

• Children need a strong sense of body awareness (developed through active free play)
• Eyes need to track
• Core muscles (stomach & back), shoulders, neck, hand, and finger strength should be adequate
• Children need basic coordination of both fine and gross motor skills
• Children need time to make lots of mistakes and learn perseverance

Children gain these foundational skills through FREQUENT outdoor play opportunities!

Let children....

Blow more bubbles.
Swing, spin, and roll down hills.
Hang upside down from the monkey bars.
Climb more trees.
Build more forts.
Make more mistakes.
Struggle more, give up less.

Ample outdoor play opportunities lay a strong foundation by organizing the brain and preparing the body, so that reading and writing can become a meaningful experience.

IS MY CHILD'S SOCIAL BEHAVIOR "NORMAL" FOR THEIR AGE?

If you need a guideline to help understand your child's social behavior, here is a chart that can help. Because each child is different, they may develop at different times, but it's great to see where they may struggle or excel.

https://doctorimanrozali.blogspot.com/2012/04/remembering-developmental-milestones.html