Character Development in Children - Age 4 to 5 Years
Observation
Age 5 is prompt to be called as child age rather than as kid.They start building up a mindset by this age.Its an age of imagination and the child starts building a point of view of his own and find it difficult to accept a different one.So he start with arguments.He also tend to complain about things and he would also like to please his parents. The kid also like to speak rather than eat,the dinner time.
Acts / Approaches
- Its also a stage when the small lies told by the child should be dealt seriously.It's better to handle it in a light manner rather than scolding him in public or punishing hard. Remember that this can hurt the soft mind with extreme hardness.Dont u ever wonder why kids at this age cry in a very loud voice?This is because their emotions are also that sound. Convince them about the importance of telling the truth.Its always wise to deal them with their most interesting activities. Stories heard in childhood still prevail our mind,rt?Similarly, go for stories about consequences of such acts. The same approach can be used to rectify the acts like small robberies, which the child do without serious intentions.
- Daily routines got an important role at this age.The kid gotto be familiar with the happenings around him.It's wise thet their life should revolve around familiar people, places, and routines rather than hard-transitions.
- Reduce intake of liquids before sleep,as bedwetting is usual in this age.
Specials
- Help child to use cycle,starting with wheel supported ones.
- Encourage him to write or draw about anything of his own.Move on to writing based on topics given.
- Involve in his games and try teaching new activities like chess.
- Involve him into news reading.You can start by helping him to read the headlines.
- While on a travel,help him to learn about what he see around him.This time, prefer to give realistic information.
- Rest and regular meals are essential for health and growth.
