March Character Essentials- We are Patient

Infants: The concept of developing patience with infants is different from that of older children. The goal this month will be to work with the children on maintaining focus on tasks and persisting with tasks, and teaching them to soothe themselves when frustrated. These skills can be considered foundational for learning about patience in the future, when it is more developmentally appropriate

Toddlers: The focus this month is to help toddlers practice skills like maintaining focus on tasks, persisting with activities, and managing impulses. At this stage, children will persist with repetitive tasks and attempt to accomplish more challenging tasks even when they encounter difficulties. Young toddlers may still need guidance from adults to develop calming or self-soothing strategies.

2 Years old: At this stage, early preschoolers are just developing the skills needed to control their emotions and actions when it comes to building patience. They are beginning to understand and accept the reasons for when and why things may not be available to them at that moment. Two-year-olds desire instant gratification, and waiting a minute can feel like a lifetime. During this stage of development, 2-year-olds are learning the ability to regulate their behavior by understanding the difference between acceptable and unacceptable behavior. As language skills and long-term memory continue to develop, they will begin to understand the importance of expectations, limits, and patience.

3 Years old: The goal this month is to provide an environment where children can develop the skill of flexibility, along with resilience. Children need a place where they can develop flexible thinking, learn new ways of doing things, and develop the ability to let go of an old way of doing something. Children will learn to develop resilience when they are faced with changes and adjustments in a familiar environment. The children will also be exposed to a variety of methods and modeling that will provide positive and meaningful ways to develop patience and self-control.

4 Years old: The goal this month is to assist the children in learning how to deal with adversity, frustrations, and changes in routines. This unit will focus on learning about patience and how to be flexible and resilient. The children will also understand how practicing carefulness may help prevent frustrations and mistakes.

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