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Early childhood teachers and providers play an important role in nurturing children’s social and emotional development. Critical to providing support is having realistic expectations of children’s development at different ages. Allowing and encouraging children to express their feelings — both positive and negative — can support their emotional development.
Age(s): Infant, Toddler, Preschool
Part of: Practice Opportunities
Topic: Support for Children's Regulation
Category: Category 2: Teacher-Child Interactions | Subcategory: Category 2: Support for Children’s Regulation | Measure: P-SCR-01: Models and Encourages Emotional Expression