Much like a theatrical director who surrounds his cast
with the scenery and "props" they need to bring a play to
life, parents of very young children have the opportunity to
create a home environment, a physical setting, where their
children will learn and flourish. Research shows that the
kinds of "settings" parents create in their homes influence
the social and emotional "performance" of the young
"actors" in their lives.
To help your child experience social ease—to develop
the openness, friendliness, and sense of confidence
commonly called sociability:
- Provide a home environment that contains
a variety of interesting toys and learning materials. The
playthings should give your young child a variety of different
experiences and activities that can he or she can enjoy regularly.
- Interact with your child frequently. Pay
attention and respond promptly and appropriately to your little
one's efforts to communicate with you.
- Encourage your young child to explore and interact
with the people and objects he or she encounters as
part of everyday activities.
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