CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD

EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What will hinder a child’s social skill of “making friends”
A
Setting up play dates for your child when they turn 18 months
B
Having children around only adults until they go to kindergarten
C
Promoting sharing among children
D
If the child only has one friend their age
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -If kids are always interrupting or talking nonstop, they risk turning off potential friends. To listen, kids need to first be able to stop what they’re doing (that includes talking), pay attention, and know when it’s appropriate to respond. Some kids naturally understand what to do.

Detailed explanation-2: -Some kids develop it naturally at a young age, while others need more time. In some cases, kids simply haven’t met anyone they can connect with. Different challenges can also get in the way. Some kids get too nervous or anxious to talk to others.

Detailed explanation-3: -Some kids have social difficulties. Their interpersonal skills are lacking, which puts off peers and makes it tough to develop friendships. They may not read social cues properly. They may be controlling or aggressive or talk only about themselves and show little interest in others.

Detailed explanation-4: -If a child has difficulties with social skills they might: Use fleeting eye contact, does not consistently use eye contact or stares at you fixedly. Not be able to take turns when talking to their communication partner. Struggle with using appropriate body language (e.g. stands too close/far to another person).

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