Yes it is very much important to promote social skills and emotional skills in children for effective interactions with others, understanding others and expressing themselves in a better way. The following are points are other essential reasons to be considered, to promote social/emotional skills in children.
Good social skills help kids to have a brighter future.
Kids become empathetic, good listener, which help them to form better and solid friendships and relationships.
It improves good communication skills. Being able to convey our thoughts and ideas effectively may be the single most important skill that we can develop in life. Helping kids to develop them early on will definitely set your child up for success.
Social skills also imply learning to organize and work efficiently without hassle or chaos.