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Using Your Words

Task 1

Preschoolers often don't know the words to use nor do they have the experience in solving conflicts. Children tend to forget what to say in the middle of a dispute. With practice children can become successful at using their words. Adults can help children learn to use their words by teaching them the language and coaching them through the moment.

Task 2

Model The language

Instead of telling children to “Use your words,” model the words you want them to use. Children will begin to internalize the language for solving problems.

Teach children “Can I have a turn when you’re done?" This will decrease the chances of them snatching the toy from others.

Teach children "I don't like it when you..." This will decrease the chances of the child being physical.

Task 3

model problem solving

When we show children how we pause and evaluate possible solutions, we are showing them how we work through problems.

Task 4

involve your child

Let the child be part of the problem-solving process. Use the phrase “What do you think we should do?” to involve them in the solution.

Task 5

Model pausing

Taking a pause before reacting is a life-long skill we can start teaching to young children. Dr. Becky Bailey creator of Conscious Discipline recommends teaching children to use one of the four breathing techniques: S.T.A.R., Drain, Pretzel and/or Balloon.

Task 6

name the emotion

Developing a vocabulary for feelings/emotions can be a powerful tool for self-regulation. Giving language to big emotions can help calm us down and process what we are experiencing. For example “I can see you are frustrated.” Using books is a great to expose and expand children's emotional vocabulary.

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