Theories & Activities To Build Preschoolers Self-Esteem

The Early Childhood learning period, i.e between 3 and 6+ years, remains a most significant time for growth in many aspects of the child.

The Book above speaks to the strategies parents and caregivers can use to build preschoolers self-esteem. The technique used is the S.H.I.N.E. technique, a teaching strategy developed by the author from years of international research with families. The SHINE technique builds on the developmental theories of Piaget and Vygotsky. In this way it allows for the influence of culture and tradition especially as it affects the definition of family.

Developmental theories are driven by expected developmental indicators. The book uses indicators from Canada and the Caribbean mainly. Using this book to teach how to build build preschoolers self-esteem simplifies your teaching as each chapter is completed with a summary, a critical question and activities.

Between the ages of 4-7 years of age, we see:

Cognitively: there is a readiness to learn, inquisitiveness

Emotionally: the changes in the demeanor of the child are most noticeable where expressions of shame, embarrassment, conscious pride are now becoming evident

Physically: the torso lengthens and differences between children become more apparent with new growth centers being formed

Socially: the children reaching out to others, showing they care for others. They also show excitement at the discovery of the world around them

Research shows that the development of a positive, strong sense of self is a natural outcome of recognition of these growth areas. It follows that the development of a care and learning environment for the child should be the major concern of the caregiver.

The Book is unique as it begins by encouraging and advising parents and caregivers to develop and maintain their personal sense of self, utilizing simple techniques and activities. It goes on to teach the S.H.I.N.E. technique which is developed by the author after years of research with families and parents during her years as a Professor of Social Work.

Teachers of Certificate programmes, Diploma programmes, Parenting workshops GET the Book as you teach how to Build Preschoolers Self-Esteem!

The Book is used in the Caribbean in early learning programmes. It is also to be tested in Canada for use with young male parents. The teacher using the book must have a basic understanding of the challenges parents and caregivers of preschool age children face in their daily encounters. Using simple language, it is easily adaptable for handouts. A video series is being finalised by September 2016. Keep in touch by email with Dr. Wint to be the first to review this series.

Use the book as a teaching resource.  It incorporates the theories of the well-known researchers and clarifies why the Montessori method is so popular for early education choices.

The SHINE technique which the book presents was developed after years of research with families. The strategies are specific to the growth and development of the self-concept of preschoolers. I found Marianne Williamson’s quotation after I developed the technique and it really brings home the point being made. “We are all meant to shine as children do“.

 

 

 

 

 

Students will love this for use with their own families!! Teach them to maximize the power of the S.H.I.N.E. technique™!!

I Like Me: 5 Easy Ways to Build Preschoolers Self-Esteem

In these pages you will uncover

• A definition of  preschooler self-esteem and why it is important for children to feel awesome about themselves at this early age
• The 5 strategies which caregivers should practice on a daily basis and the theories behind each strategy (including case studies)
• How caregivers can transfer learning into action (structured activities)
• The most common mistakes that hurt effective parenting and learn how these can be avoided
• How to make caregivers realise the importance of maintaining their personal sense of self so they can feel good about themselves
• Linked resources which you can use in the future

Powerful, yet warm, practical and solid advice on building preschoolers self-esteem building.

Keep in touch with Dr. Wint for guidance on using the text.