With intentional play, games, and activities, we can help our kids learn how to identify and name feelings, understand causes of emotions, and develop strategies for healthy expression. Self-awareness, self-control, and self-confidence are important parts of your child’s emotional toolkit (and yours, too!). Make space to allow your child to express the emotions they’re feeling and help them do it in healthy ways ― as Daniel Tiger sings, “Use your words to say how you feel!” When children have challenging feelings, it’s often hard for them to listen, pay attention, and learn. Give children the time and space they need to calm down. After your child has calmed down, explore what happened and what they might do differently next time. And talking about feelingsoutside of emotionally-charged moments can help children practice the skills and language they need to manage their feelings during challenging moments.
Managing Emotions | PBS Parents
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