Domain: NC Foundations for Early Learning: Emotional and Social Development (ESD)
Subdomain: Developing a Sense of Self with Others
Goal: Children form relationships and interact positively with familiar adults who are consistent and responsive to their needs.
Skill Progression: Separation
Age: 36-42 Months
Click here to go to all skills for ages 36-42 Months.Adjusts to separation through interactions with others
Situations for Observation of Skill
Observe the child before and after the adult leaves her with another adult.
Elicitation Strategy
No elicitation needed.
Behavior Observed
The child calms quickly when engaged in preferred play activities.
Routines-based Intervention (Embedded Instruction)
Let parents know that it is easier for children to develop independence when they have regular separations. Parents need a night out or a day out. Getting children used to new adults teaches them self-reliance and self-confidence.
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, 2015
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