Emotional+Development

What are the emotional characteristics of a three year old?


 * Cooperative

http://chelseacoop.org/
 * Direction Followers
 * Crave Praise and Affection
 * Insecure
 * Less Frustrated (They are able to do more and have better control over their motor sill so they don't get as frustrated doing things)

What are the emotional characteristics of a four year old?


 * Self Centered
 * Impatient
 * Defiant

http://www.livestrong.com/article/219925-an-oppositionally-defiant-child/
 * Loving
 * Proud of Self

There are three special emotions that preschoolers will deal with. They are

Fear

Three year olds are afraid of things like the dark, storms, or certain animals.

http://parenting247.org/article.cfm?ContentID=1270&AgeGroup=2

They may also show some signs of stranger anxiety.

Four year olds may also be afraid of the dark, but they also fear people like robbers or kidnappers. They may also show some anxiety about certain social interactions. They may be afraid of not being accepted socially "I won't be able to make friends at preschool"

Jealousy

During the preschool age jealousy reaches an ultimate high. It is focused mostly towards parents and siblings. Preschoolers usually show their jealousy by tattling or criticizing others.

http://www.momlogic.com/2010/03/sibling_rivalry_butting_heads_butting_out.php

Anger

Anger is felt by both three and four year olds, however they show their anger in different ways.

Three year old direct their anger at objects or people who cause them frustration.

Four year olds will physically fight or threaten others in an attempt to "get even"

I http://www.parentsconnect.com/articles/dealing_with_aggressive_behavior.jhtml