Strategize to promote social emotional, cognitive, and physical intelligence.

Strategies should include

• reasoning and problem-solving
• responding to child stressors (e.g., bullying, separation anxiety, home problems)
• understanding reactions to stress (e.g., whining, crying, biting, soiling, thumb sucking)
• using guidance skills (e.g., direct and indirect communication skills).

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

• What teaching techniques encourage the development of a positive self-concept?
• How can an early childhood professional promote problem-solving skills in young children?

Communication

• How can students, staff, and families be encouraged to allow children to solve problems?
• How should an early childhood professional communicate with families about social and emotional challenges at school?

Leadership

• How should early childhood professionals respond to child stressors such as bullying, separation anxiety, and home problems? What are the consequences of leaving these matters unaddressed?

Management

• How do teachers model problem-solving skills with young children?
• What classroom activities promote problem-solving skills?