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Did you know your preschooler can learn important relationship skills through healthy friendships now?\u00a0 Your preschooler will learn how to lead and negotiate with others through friendship.\u00a0 These are only a few reasons friendships are important in the preschool years, so keep reading for some tips on helping your little one make friends.<\/span><\/p>\n

Equip Your Preschooler<\/span><\/h4>\n

Start with teaching your preschooler the skills needed to be a good friend.\u00a0 Help your little one learn to share, take turns, listen to others, express his needs effectively, and handle conflict.\u00a0 These skills may come easily to your child or he may need extra practice and guidance.\u00a0 Either way, you can help build and strengthen these skills by modeling and practicing through conversation and play.\u00a0 Games are a fantastic way to build all the above skills while having fun with your preschooler.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Read Books about Friendship\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Take a trip to the library with your little one and pick out a few books about friendship.\u00a0 Try to guide your child to books which show characters being a poor friend and a good friend.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Know the Classmates<\/span><\/h4>\n

Obtain a list of your preschooler\u2019s classmates.\u00a0 Learn the other student\u2019s names.\u00a0 At the end of the school day, ask your preschooler specific questions about classmates.\u00a0 You will gather information on her classmate\u2019s interests, likes, and dislikes through these questions.\u00a0 You will then use this information to determine who your preschooler may hit it off with or whom she may clash.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Plan a Playdate<\/span><\/h4>\n

Once you have played preschool matchmaker, reach out to the other parent and arrange a playdate outside of school.\u00a0 Consider the location for your playdate and the needs of the children involved.\u00a0 If you use a public location, try to plan for a time when the location is less busy.\u00a0 If your preschooler struggles with identifying social cues or sharing, practice the skills your child struggles with prior to the playdate.\u00a0 Consider putting away any toys your child may not want to share to avoid conflict, if you are hosting the playdate in your home.\u00a0 Set a time limit for the playdate.\u00a0 Preschoolers have a limited attention span and when they get bored with an activity or person they will find ways to end their boredom, which could lead to conflicts with the other child.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t get discouraged if your preschooler doesn\u2019t hit it off with others right away or one friendship ends.\u00a0 Much like your growing preschooler, preschool friendships change from day to day.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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