Child Communication Research Paper

Communication runs our world. Whether it be social media or face to face conversations, people could not live without every-day communication. Therefore, it is essential that children are equip with the skills to handle friendships, relationships, strangers, etc. and the emotions that go along with people. However, for many children communication may not come naturally. Even though this is quite alright, we still have a responsibility to provide those children experiences and situations that help develop much needed social and emotional skills. Teagan initially was hesitant towards unfamiliar faces. After a while, she developed a strong attachment to me and my husband. The age at which this attachment developed was normal; although, we began to open Teagan up to new experiences
and people at an encouraging but easy pace that she was comfortable with. As time moved on, she began to enjoy experiences with people after warming up to the situation. This was encouraging as a parent, for Teagan was almost at the age to begin preschool.
When placed with other children, Teagan remained non-aggressive towards other kids, unless someone tried to grab a toy from her. Of course, this behavior was punished and Teagan began to learn that whether people were unfair or not we all have to get along with one another. At two years old we began searching for the right preschool for Teagan to attend. To prepare her for this drastic change we opened her up to groups of children. Although hesitant at first, Teagan was found laughing and smiling with the other children. After the birth of Ellie, Teagan was found more demanding, yet took pride in being a big sister. Later on we began to notice occasional, obvious lying from Teagan. After discussion we decided to catch her lying in the act and use this to explain to her why lying was wrong and punish her for her actions. Once a three-year old, we entered Teagan into preschool and witnessed her social skills flourish. As a self-confident student Teagan was nice and cooperative with people of all ages. Between several of her friends Teagan was seen as a group leader, and seemed to be liked by a good few of her classmates. With her social progress developing at a rapid
pace we decided to remain at the same preschool for another year. After consulting with my friend who conducted this formal assessment she assured me this was an appropriate age for Teagan to begin having friends over. Therefore, playdates between Teagan and her friends began. According to the formal observations, Teagan is following typical development for children her age. Thanks to our early intervention with Teagan’s strong attachment to me and my husband we were able to ensure a healthy social and emotional state in our developing daughter. Teagan has proven to escape from her shell and form friendships with others. Observations of her continuous development have allowed me to prevent and assess her needs in all categories of health. Communication is the force that drives this world; therefore, it is comforting to see Teagan develop along the same lines of other children her age.