If you are a parent or an early childhood educator who's interested in getting our Social-Emotional Textbook Level 1, here's a simple tutorial to align yourself with our thought process and to guide you throughout the book, from understanding to grading. This tutorial guide is only a reference, and you may also implement your own method for the usage of the textbook. For example, another popular way is to go through the lesson activities page by page. Let's kickstart your child's social-emotional journey today! Download PDF below:

Confidence - Just like Rome, confidence cannot be constructed in a day. It is a long-term investment for your child. It is common for mums and dads to feel at a loss regarding the way to construct a child’s self-confidence, and it is now no longer simply self-belief too, all of us need our children to develop into satisfied and independent individuals. Hence, here are 4 tips to help boost your child’s confidence Commend your child Your child did a great activity? Praise them! It will make them happy with their accomplishments. One thing to remember is that you should praise them for their efforts instead of the results, which has a greater significance and motivating factor for your child. Saying things like “I see a lot of effort there” will teach him/her the importance of the process, instead of looking for shortcuts. Encourage them to take the lead and display initiative It is important for us to be encouraging when they are displaying initiative. It is not necessary for them to know how to do it perfectly. We need to let them experiment with different ideas and express themselves freely while writing a story. They’ll start to experience responsibility, learning how to get a task properly done, and eventually developing a self-belief that they can overcome any task. Tasks may be as easy as making their beds or cleaning their rooms. Show them that you respect their efforts by gradually 'raising' their responsibilities to a higher level, like letting them support you in choosing the theme for dinner or planning the next day’s activities. Let them explore new talents Studies have shown that children who explore new passions outperform those who stick to one thing. Give them lots of possibilities by enrolling them for music lessons, arts & crafts classes, or maybe new sports. By allowing children to explore new passions, they are more likely to develop confidence in themselves and their abilities. Turn errors into high-quality learning Having a resilient mindset is critical in today’s society. One thing parents frequently do is punish kids for setbacks. We want to keep in mind that kids are nevertheless younger and being punished for something they cannot control could have them feeling unhappy or losing confidence. Always remind your toddler that failure isn’t the end, and they need to discover ways to prevent a similar scenario. There is always a learning lesson from each setback, mistake, etc., so motivate your child to get back up on their feet whenever a setback happens. Once your child begins to discover themselves and their confidence, responsibility, and self-believe, he/she will grow into a resilient individual. Communicate regularly with your child, take the position of cheerleader to spur them on in life.

Tackling a Sociology Issue in Child Abuse 20% of children in Singapore have experienced school bullying or child violence. Child abuse is a very serious issue that affects a huge number of people. It can include being hit, being called names, being ignored, etc. Many factors need to be addressed to prevent child abuse because it can lead to other problems such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem. They may be depressed because they have been victimized by someone who should have been there for them and loved them unconditionally. These feelings can persist into adulthood if they are not dealt with correctly which only makes the problem worse. Why Social-Emotional Development Is More Important Than You Think Social-emotional development is a hot topic in the world of education. The United States Department of Education has a goal of educating all children in the U.S. to be emotionally literate by 2026, and other countries are following suit with similar initiatives. This comes as no surprise when you consider that research has shown that social-emotional skills correlate with academic success at least as strongly as formal schooling. It is crucial for adapting to life’s challenges, managing mental health, establishing positive relationships, and navigating diverse environments. The impact of developing these skills early on cannot be underestimated or overlooked." 3 Components of Social and Emotional Intelligence This section discusses the 3 components of Social and Emotional Intelligence. First is self-awareness which helps us understand our own emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, and motivations. The second is empathy or understanding the other person’s perspective. The third component is social skills that help us regulate our emotions and make connections with others. Many educators are moving away from traditional methods of teaching social skills to children to methods where they naturally teach these skills while playing games or doing activities. How To Support It In Your Home. It has been found that the more a child has a social-emotional learning program in their home, the better they do in school. This is because children who have these programs have a higher motivation to learn. Many parents are including these types of programs, which teach their children how to deal with emotions and relationships, in their homes. This is happening because they realize that it will help them do well in school and will also help them throughout life. For example, parents can provide their children with the opportunity to express themselves verbally or through art, offer their children choices about what they want to do or wear, give them space for expressing feelings of frustration without being punished, and point out the emotions that others are feeling. Great news! OEL will be releasing a textbook series that focuses on social-emotional development for kids. This textbook fosters engagement between children, parents, and teachers as a collective effort. Stay tuned!