Each Child has different temperaments and are unique. Some adapt easily to change whereas others have difficulty.
Lots of different factors contribute to children’s behaviour. For example; routines, physical environment and interactions between adults and children. How children sleep and rest, nutrition and medical conditions all affect a child’s behaviour at the service. Other life changes such as moving a house or birth of a sibling can also have an effect.
Consistency in the behaviour guidance strategies used at the service and at home help each child’s learning and development.
Educators will provide different levels of support to children of all ages. Each situation is seen as a teachable moment where children can learn, develop empathy and understand the consequences of their behaviour.
It is also important to ensure that all children are treated fairly and that they are supported to develop and practice their problem solving and negotiation skill and to interact positively with their peers. Developing a shared understanding between families and educators about how child’s behaviour is managed is important. It helps create consistency in the strategies used at home and in service. Both family life and life at child care will also improve, making everyone’s life easier!