One of the benefits of preschool is that children develop social skills. They begin to understand themselves, their characteristics, likes and dislikes and their emotions. They also develop friendships, begin to collaborate with others and develop an understanding of the feelings of others. And they begin to explore the world around them to make connections and understand their place in it. Though this is a critical part of early childhood development, it’s not always easy!
This bundle of LEGO® Education Preschool resources has been specifically developed to support preschoolers’ social and emotional development in three areas: understanding myself, understanding others and understanding my world.
Understanding Myself: Dolls Family Set
Use the Dolls Family Set to talk about preschoolers’ emotions and characteristics How are the dolls similar and different? Preschoolers will begin to discuss personal likes and dislikes and practice respect for the opinions of others.
Understanding Myself: LEGO DUPLO Brick Set
Use the LEGO DUPLO Brick Set to enable preschoolers to explore their own imaginations. They can construct their favorite objects or places and being to understand their own creativity and abilities as well as appreciate those of others.
Understanding Others: World People Set
Use the World People Set to talk about different kinds of families and their traditions. Preschoolers will immediately connect with their own families and activities. This set will help preschoolers recognize and develop respect for similarities and differences.
Understanding My World: Town Set
Use the Town Set for preschoolers to explore the world around them, role play various community scenarios and construct and discuss common buildings they find in the community.
Understanding My World: Community Starter Set
Use the Community Starter Set for preschoolers who are ready for more fine motor challenge. This large set enables groups of children to construct an entire community together. They will explore different roles and responsibilities as wells as a sense of their own communities