Arquivo · News · 2020-05-02
How Can My Child Learn to Play Well with Others When No One’s Playing at All?
Children learn social skills by interacting with peers. At this time of social distancing, parents have the opportunity — and responsibility — to teach through their own positive example. Here are five fun, easy exercises for families to incorporate into playtime, and why each one works.
Practice Positive, Responsive Play
5 Ways to Teach Your Child How to Play Better
#1. Be a copycat.
#2. Play games that require him to track who is going next.
#3. Use books as conversation starters and to help with social learning.
#4. Model compliments.
#5. Convert a plain, glass container into a heart jar — a visual reminder of positivity.
