Social
Intelligence
at 3 Years
at 3 Years
| Characteristics | Things to do |
| Three year olds are learning that other people are “real” and have feelings. They like having friends. They sometimes need help learning how to play with others. | When your child is having trouble “getting along,” you can help out. Give words and ideas to make things better. Example: If a child is being left out of a game of “house” say, “It looks like this family needs a big sister...” |
| Three year olds are learning to take turns. They need help. It helps to give them some control in when to change turns. You can help them decide when to take turns by asking questions. | Help children take turns. Questions like: “Jose, say, can I have a turn on the trike?” “Jane, let Jose have a turn when you are done.” |