Children have an intense need to be with their parents that is as basic as their need for nourishment. That is one of the philosophies of La Leche League. Because they have a need to be with their parents. I believe strongly as I have watched my three children grow and blossom into thier own unique personalities that if they are honored and respected then they will honor and respect their parents and their world. Children that are squelched and told to be seen and not heard or even not seen nor heard will wilt and not bloom.
Children are children.
They aren't little adults. Children want to play and playing is what children do best. Children learn through play. They learn to work out conflict with themsleves and thier friends. They learn to be creative and build.