Basic Emotional/Social Dev. Toddlers

What is the best way to show a child they are loved?

• Giving hugs and telling them they are loved

• Buying them gifts

• Taking them on trips

• Letting them watch TV

Most children develop the skill of sharing at what age?

• 2-3 years

• 4-5 years

• 6-7 years

• 8-9 years

It is important for parents to have realistic expectations about their children's social skills because:

• it helps in understanding their child's unique development pace.

• it ensures their child will be popular.

• it guarantees academic success.

• it prevents any need for parental involvement.

Egocentric means:

• Self-centered

• Generous

• Empathetic

• Altruistic

Egocentrism in toddlers is:

• A developmental stage where they are unable to see things from others' perspectives.

• A stage where they begin to understand others' feelings.

• A phase where they become more social and interactive.

• A period where they start to develop logical thinking skills.

What is the definition of 'Negativism'?

• Doing what others ask to be done

• Doing the opposite of what others ask to be done

• Ignoring what others ask to be done

• Doing what you want regardless of others

Parents begin to set limits for their child because:

• they want to control every aspect of their child's life.

• they believe it helps in the child's development.

• they are required to do so by law.

• they want to compare their child with others.

What begins the 'NO!' battle in the mind of a toddler?

• The desire for independence

• Hunger

• Sleepiness

• Boredom

What does the term 'Stubborn' mean?

• When a child is easy-going and flexible

• When a child does what they want or what you ask them to do in their own way and in their own time

• When a child is always obedient and follows instructions

• When a child is shy and reserved

Fill in the blank: Temper tantrums are a release of violent anger or frustration exhibited by ______, kicking, crying, etc.

• screaming

• laughing

• whispering

• singing