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![]() Teach Your Child How to Interact with OthersOne of the first things children learn and are taught is how to communicate or interact with those around them. In fact, by the time an infant is three months old the baby begins to interact with their parents through facial expressions and cooing sounds. As we continue to interact with our baby we are bridging the gap of proper communication. Yet, once children reach the age of toddlers, the way they interact with others can be a problem if not properly identified and explained in full detail the correct way to interact with peers, teachers, and other individuals the child will associate with. Here are just a few ways to teach your youngsters how to interact with others. Preschool That is not to say that you should allow your child to step into all one-on-one social interactions you may have with your spouse or friends, but when the conversation is common and about things your preschooler would understand and can comment about allow them to be involved and be enthusiastic about their comments. When children feel their opinions are being sought, or others see them as important, they become more willing to communicate. Main points to address:
Grades K-3rd While communicating with your youngest, which should be done on a daily basis, make eye contact with your child and confirm their responses to you in a more elaborate manner, such as “You are more fond of the vanilla ice cream as opposed to the chocolate? EThis will enable them to develop are larger vocabulary as they are learning to communicate properly. Allow them to feel important by inviting them to adult conversations, age permitting conversations, with your spouse or other family members. Main points to address:
Grades 4th-6th Be attentive to your child’s thoughts and opinions and never interrupt while they are speaking. When responding to something they have said that was not something you support, be conscious of your child’s feelings. Show them that you are interested in them, keeping focused on them and their conversation with body language, a nod of the head, a smile, etc. Ask questions that will enable your child to give a detailed response, not just a yes or no answer. These will all encourage your child to develop positive social and communication skills. Main points to address:
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