Preschool is the age when children start to make friends and build relationships with their peers. We know that friendship is important during the early years because this is a time children learn about the ‘give and take’ of relationships. By sharing experiences, feelings, and interacting with one another, children learn how to meet the social needs of themselves and others.
At home you can model being a good friend by:
– Providing encouragement
– Modeling reciprocity and empathy for others
– Talking and listening to your child
– Showing how to include others in play
