Tip 9

Tip 9: 'If I'm struggling to manage my behaviour, talk to me calmly about why it's not okay and what I should do instead'

• Young children are still learning about the world and what is expected of them. They need adults to be warm and loving but also to set expectations for how to behave.
• Children respond best when adults remain calm and explain what they would like to see them doing instead.
• Children spend lots of time watching people who are important to them. Being a good role model for your child will help them to learn important social skills such as turn taking and sharing.