In addition to all the general benefits of reading, sad books help us feel seen, give us the strength to go on when we feel alone and provide an emotional ... they tell their children of their ...
As children’s emotions develop ... all the words to tell you how they feel. Around 2 to 3, they're starting to name some of the feelings, such as "sad", "scared",or the loveliest one - "happy"!
BEN:And now I'm feeling all sinky inside. I think I might… Cry. BREAGHA:Oh Ben! RADHA:I think you're feeling a bit sad ... Thank you feelings friends. CHILDREN:You're welcome.
Try using I-statements to model naming and expressing your own feelings: I feel ... kids using basic feelings like happy, sad ...