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In this episode
of Teach, Play, Love, our hosts & early childhood education
experts Rachel Robertson and Claire Goss, explore the topic of
friendships in early childhood. They examine how friendships and
play encourage social-emotional development, how to have a
successful playdate, and what to do when aggressive behavior
happens between children.
0:40 - 3:18 The
development importance of friendships
3:19 - 7:42 How
a child’s brain thinks about friendships in the early
years
7:43 - 11:04 How
toddlers & preschoolers see value in friendships
11:05 - 14:32
The effects of friendship on emotional development
14:33 - 19:22
How to set a good example for your children to learn about
friendships
19:23 - 24:29
Why playtime is so important for development, sharing, and
friendships
24:30 - 29:44
How to navigate conflict with friends
29:45 - 35:24
How to handle bullying behavior amongst young children
35:25 - 36:26
Final thoughts
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