Behaviour
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How can I teach my child to share?
You only have to watch young children at play to know…
12-18 mths 18-24 mths 2-3 yrs 3-4 yrs 4-5 yrs 6-12 mths
Handling meltdowns
Meltdowns are a reaction to feeling overwhelmed – for instance, when…
12-18 mths 18-24 mths 2-3 yrs 3-4 yrs 4-5 yrs 6-12 mths
Understanding behaviour
Young children are like tiny scientists: they quickly learn that doing…
0-6 mths 12-18 mths 18-24 mths 2-3 yrs 3-4 yrs 4-5 yrs 6-12 mths
How should I respond to challenging behaviour?
Just as praise encourages your toddler to repeat good behaviours, not…
18-24 mths 2-3 yrs 3-4 yrs 4-5 yrs
Why does my child bite or hit others?
Babies and toddlers may use biting and hitting to explore the…
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Coping with tantrums
Tantrums can be exhausting – for you and your child –…
12-18 mths 18-24 mths 2-3 yrs 3-4 yrs 4-5 yrs
How do I teach good behaviour?
Good behaviour doesn’t happen automatically – it’s a learned response. The…
0-6 mths 12-18 mths 18-24 mths 2-3 yrs 3-4 yrs 4-5 yrs 6-12 mths
The benefits of playtime
Play gives children the opportunity to learn who they are, what…
0-6 mths 12-18 mths 18-24 mths 2-3 yrs 3-4 yrs 4-5 yrs 6-12 mths
How can I reward good behaviour?
Everyone loves getting praise – but children need cues to connect…
0-6 mths 12-18 mths 2-3 yrs 3-4 yrs 4-5 yrs 6-12 mths
How can I get my child to do what I ask?
Clear instructions and boundaries help children learn how to behave. These…
0-6 mths 12-18 mths 18-24 mths 2-3 yrs 3-4 yrs 4-5 yrs 6-12 mths
Why has my child’s behaviour suddenly changed?
If your child’s behaviour appears to have changed overnight, it is…
18-24 mths 2-3 yrs 3-4 yrs 4-5 yrs