October Character Essentials: We have feelings

Infants: This month, teachers will focus on the emotional development of the infants. At this stage, emotional development consists largely of an infant’s feelings of safety and security with caregivers.. Teachers can help infants form attachments by striving to meet their needs. Young infants will develop different cries to signal different needs and are finding ways to soothe themselves.

Toddlers: This month, teachers will focus on the emotional development of toddlers. This is the basis from which children are able to develop in other areas. When children feel safe and secure in their classrooms and feel attachments with their caregivers, they will be more comfortable exploring their environments.

2 Years old: At this stage, children need guidance to identify and recognize their feelings and the feelings of others. Early preschoolers are learning emotional skills through social interactions and relationships. They are also beginning to recognize and communicate their feelings. Children learn important social-emotional skills when they feel understood, comforted, and secure in their environment.

3 Years old:The goal this month is to help the children identify their feelings and emotions, become aware of the feelings of others, and express themselves in an age-appropriate way. During this unit, the children will begin to understand the importance of developing positive relationships with others.

4 Years old: The goal this month is to help the children identify, describe, and appropriately express feelings, as well as to help them develop a sense of empathy toward others. The following traits will help the children in managing their emotions and having positive relationships with others later in life.

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