US Welcome Note Comments Privacy Statement Child prefers only one friend at a time My daughter just started school this year. She thinks she can have only one friend at a time. When her friend has other friends my child feels jealous and hurt. The first years of school are critical in forming good work habits and attitudes. Erlyne Osburn, an elementary teacher with a background in both public and private schools, is here to help you do everything you can to enhance your child's education.
Parents have a big job.
Not only do we need to ensure the health and safety of our children, but we also have to help them understand the complexities of life and social situations, which is not simple by any means. It is interesting to me that your daughter feels she can have only one friend at a time. These experiences could help her to understand that groups of people can be friends. Try to encourage her to participate in some group play, such as a small group of neighborhood children. Team sports in particular might be helpful in demonstrating to your daughter how a group of children can work together to achieve something.