| When Your Child Comes Home Messy |
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| Red paint in the hair? Blue paint on the jeans? Sand in the shoes? Peanut butter on the favorite shirt? Sleeves dirty and damp? Your CHILD probably..... worked with a friend solved a problem created a masterpiece negotiated a difference learned a new skill had a great time developed new language skills. Your child probably DIDN'T..... feel lonely become bored do repititive tasks that are too babyish do worksheet that are too easy do sit down work that is discouraging. You probably ..... paid good $$ for those clothes have a problem getting red paint out! Are concerned that the caregiver isn't paying enough attention to your child. The CAREGIVER probably..... was aware of your child's needs and interests spent time planning a challenging activity for the children encouraged the children to try new things put smocks on the children was worried that you might be concerned. Try to remember your favorite activity when you were 4 yrs, old. Was it outdoor play with water, mud, dress-up clothes, with friends? Young children really learn when they are actively involved in play; not when someone is talking to them. There is a difference between "messy" and "lack of care" The caregiver made sure your child was fed, warm, took a nap, washed hands after toileting and before eating, and also planned messy fun things to do because that's how young children learn! Send your child in clothes that can get dirty! Keep extra old clothes at the play site for times when the child gets wet or really messy. If you need to take the child out, bring the dressup clothes and allow time to change. Keep calm & remember in a few years, teenagers will use your shampoo, mirrors, and most of your towels to be clean. But young children need time to be kids. If you have concerns, please talk to your caregiver about active play. Author Unknown |
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