Your Child’s Need For Independence

SM35Three-year-old’s develop a special and healthy need for independence.  They like to say, “I can do it myself.”

You may think they obviously can’t but it is good for them to try.  When they want to put their shoes or their shirt or their coat on themselves, let them start.  Let them struggle for a moment and when you see the frustration start to build, give them a tiny bit of help and then let them continue on their own.

Make sure they get to do the last part all by themselves.  This will give them great confidence!

Dr. Rosemary Burton

Vice President of Education,
Minnieland AcademyVirginia Childcare

  My children are safe, happy and well cared for at Minnieland Heathcote.

--Sara B., parent at Minnieland Heathcote

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