It is sometimes difficult for adults to remember what it was like when they didn't know the names for their feelings or what to do about them. We forget that it was a skill that we had to learn. For young children, emotions can be so confusing, and simply learning what they are called and what can be done to calm down is a big step forward for a little kid. Children who learn the skills for EQ can feel like they have a brand new superpower! When they get angry they can calm down. When they feel sad they can do something about it. And when they see strong emotions in others they can recognize what they are and help. In the long run, when young children learn EQ skills early in life they find the skills easy to use and can manage their emotions in a smart way all throughout their adolescence and adulthood. It is a priceless gift to give to a child.