Parents and caregivers who are controlling, but encouraging, and firm but also warm, are more likely to have children who develop self-esteem and the ability to control themselves. Limitations help children control their impulses, get along with others, solve problems, and generally achieve their goals in socially acceptable ways. Effective limites that help children handle intense feelings are alternatives and choices. Choices help children focus on a taks and can direct away from danger or other troubled feelings. Reading stories and fairy tales about other people or animals who are angry or afraid is a wonderful way for children to work through these emotions.
Stories are good, non-threatening opportunities to discuss trouble issues.
From Through the Smiles and Frowns, Understanding Children's Feelings , byFrances Scott, psychologist and co-author of the book, What Children Can Tell Us . The purpose of Incident Report Forms is to ensure an accurate tracking and appropriate follow-up of all serious incidents which occur in child care. Notification of illness or injury is required by all licensing offices. Often a Licensing Officer follows-up all reportable incidents to ensure appropriate action was taken to identify strategies to prevent future occurences. This is for your information as well as your protection.