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 easeto 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
ones 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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