Parents, Families & Caregivers

Emotions: Helping Young Children Cope with Emotions

Introduction Your child was not born knowing how to control feelings or calm down and needs to learn this from you. You are your child’s first and most important teacher. A loving relationship with your child is the best way you can help them learn to deal with difficult feelings. Unpleasant Feelings that Your Child May Have Anger   Anger is a common feeling, and temper tantrums are normal in young children. They are your child’s way of letting you know that they feel angry, upset or frustrated. Try to find out what is bothering your child and respond differently depending on what is wrong.   If your child is ...