To a large degree, we want our students to be opinionated, especially concerning Biblical principles, and intolerant of evil, even while having compassion for those who do evil. The wise junior high teacher will use this predilection to his advantage. Senior high students tend to set unrealistic goals for themselves. They usually have one or two best friends, but these change rapidly. New playmates are accepted quickly.
Kindergartners freely show their emotions.
They love dramatic play and are not the least bit inhibited talking in front of a group. Quarrels are frequent but die quickly and are forgotten. Some jealousy may surface among kindergarten classmates vying for the teacher's attention. Sex roles are not yet cleared delineated in kindergarten, so boys and girls may have similar interests. Boys may play with dolls and girls with trucks, but this is no reason for concern.