Social and Emotional Competence Yesenia Estrada ECD 420 Fresno Pacific University

Social and Emotional Competence at a Glance Objectives Assessment on Social and Emotional Competence Assessment Results Importance of friendship Why some children may have a hard time making/ keeping friends Strategies that can help children make/keep friends Self expression Conclusion References Closing words Evaluations

Objectives Understand Social and Emotional Competence Know the importance of Friendship and why some children may have a difficult time making or keeping friends. Learn different Strategies that can help children build friendships Acquire knowledge on the importance of Self- Expression

Social and Emotional Competence Assessment It is important for my child to have friends I encourage my child to play with others My child enjoys playing with others The way I treat others effects how my child treats others I teach my child to be polite Respect for others is important to me Children that have tantrums are “bad kids” I feel it is important for children to express themselves I allow my child to express him/her self freely Children can learn from other children around them  

Assessment Results 100% answered yes. 0% answered no

Assessment Results

Assessment Results for question 3 My Child enjoys Playing with Others? 90% answered yes 10% answered no

What is Social and Emotional Competence Emotional Competence- “How well, overall a person copes with his or her feelings, and whether the person has empathy for and gets along with others.” (Marion,M.(2015) pg.209.) Social Competence- children who, “tune in to their surroundings, relate well to other children, and have effective social skills.” (Marion, M. (2015) pg. 220

Importance of Friendship Helps children learn more about themselves, and helps them develop their own identity. Children develop social skills and emotional skills, and increase a sense of belonging. As children mature friends help reduce stress and navigate challenging developmental experiences. Friends can positively influence children’s health. (Children who play more with friends, stay active, and are more likely to enjoy exercising.)

Reasons Why Some Children have Trouble Making/ Keeping Friends Learning and attention issues can be a reason why some children have a hard time making friends. Learning and attention issues can effect communication or listening skills. (making conversations difficult.) ADHD- child lacks self-control, they talk without thinking, may not pay attention to others. Executive functioning issues- trouble sharing, taking turns, controlling emotions, and accepting other’s view points. Nonverbal-miss social cues, may not understand humor, or sarcasm, take things too literally.

Strategies that Help Children Make/ Keep Friends Model the importance of staying connected with your own friends- Talk to your children about your friends or invite your friends over. Model Good Friendship Skills- identify a friendship skill your child lacks and help them develop it, by showing that skill in a constructive way. Encourage the Friendships that are Important to Your Child- Schedule time for the child to see their friends, outside of school. Respect your Child’s Personality- Do not compare a child to another child. Some children prefer having lots of friends, others may not need many friends to feel happy.

Importance of Self Expression Builds Confidence- working hard towards something and seeing the positive results of that hard work, will build a child’s confidence. Reminder that everyone is different-When a child has the chance to explore their own likes they become aware that they enjoy different things and so do others. Creates Unique Personal Goals- When a child is able to express and explore the things that they are good at they will begin to set more goals for themselves and discover new talents. Reinforces Well-Rounded Development- Children need the opportunity to explore and develop in all areas, finding a unique form of self-expression will allow them to do so.

Conclusion It is important for children to be both socially and emotionally competent. Social and emotional competence help children build and keep friendships. Parents should help their children build and keep friendships. It is important to understand why some children may have trouble making friends, and different ways of helping them. Parents should encourage Self-Expression.

References 4 Reasons Why Every Kid Needs an Outlet for Self-Expression. (2012, April 06). Retrieved March 26, 2017, from https://kidsandmentalhealth.wordpress.com/2012/04/06/4-reasons- why-every-kid-needs-an-outlet-for-self-expression/ Children and the benefits of friendship. (2015, July 29). Retrieved March 26,2017, from http://www.lifeeducation.org.au/parents/item/526-children-and-the-benefits-of-friendship Derhally, L.A. (2016, July 25). The importance of childhood friendships, and how to nurture them. Retrieved March 26, 2017, from https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/parenting/wp/2016/07/25/the-importance-of- childhood-friendships-and-how-to-nurture-them/ Marion, M. (2015). Guidance of young children. Boston: Pearson. Team, T.U. (n.d.). How learning and attention issues can Cause Trouble With Making Friends. Retrieved March 26, 2017, from https://www.understood.org/en/friends- feelings/common-challenges/making-keeping-friends/how-learning-and-attention-issues-can- cause-trouble-with-making-friends

“Don’t walk behind me; I may not lead “Don’t walk behind me; I may not lead. Don’t walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.” -Albert Camus

Presentation Evaluation Questions Did the presenter stay focused on the topic and cover all objectives? In your opinion what was the best and worst part of the presentation? Did you learn anything new from the presentation? If so what? Was the presentation helpful to you? If so Why? Any comments and/or recommendations for the presenter?