Teach toddlers and preschoolers how to identify emotions with this free, cute, easy Emotion Handprint Craft!

The when, why, and how of engaging baby in mirror play

Learn about the importance of social and emotional development for young children. We also give you valuable tips on improving their social-emotional skills.

I don't think she could even sit up yet, but I remember noticing that my daughter would watch another baby's reaction after she snatched a toy from him. I know she didn't do it to make the other child unhappy... but I felt like maybe I could help her understand that her actions had an affect on other people by talking about how the other baby felt sad, and offering a solution.

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Age Group: Kindergarten 4-5 yrs This activity is easy and fun using ingredients safe for children. You can discuss the different emotions while helping the child self-regulate.

Holly | Early Childhood Educator on Instagram: "And sometimes in TK, you have rainbow feelings because you feel them all! 🌈 The days are starting to get longer and more tiring for all of us, so having more language for our TK students to express themselves is crucial. We’re also focusing on what emotions look and sound like so that we can get clues about how others are feeling. I’m feeling gray (tired), how about you? 😅"

Emotional regulation involves recognising emotions, using language to express feelings, learning to calm oneself down in the face of overwhelming emotions, and learning to treat others with kindness and empathy. And these are skills and behaviours that need to be learned. Toddlers and preschoolers are learning so much about themselves and their place in the...