They learn about their own needs and how they feel about themselves by the way others treat them. Learning to relate positively to other children and adults early in life makes for healthier self-esteem. The opportunity for social growth within group activities or shared learning experiences is vital for promoting good social and emotional growth. Reinforcing acceptable behavior in situations where a child has to give or take to get along with someone else is great experience for the challenges that all children face as they grow. These episodes reinforce the idea that treating friends with fairness is a rewarding experience.
Children see that teamwork means that everyone works together and everyone benefits in the end.
Playing fair means not teasing or being boastful, even when you are better at something, but rather being humble instead. Sometimes it can be very hard to share something you really like with someone else. The best thing about sharing is that it brings friends together. These episodes emphasize the importance of sharing and learning positive social skills needed for successful relationships within a group setting. Children learn to reason, make good decisions, and understand sharing by observation and role-playing.