Guide Peer Interaction (E.4.1.14)
Sub Category: Social and Emotional Development: Self-Concept, Behavior Regulation, Emotional Control, Attention, and Social Skills
Credential Level: Level 2 •
Age Group: Infant, Toddler, Pre-K
COMPETENCY STATEMENT
Assists children when needed in their communications and interactions with peers (guides them as they resolve conflicts, speak respectfully to each other, initiate and expand on each other’s play ideas)
DEFINITIONS
Teachers guide children as they talk, play, and solve problems with each other. They help children use kind words, take turns, and share ideas. This builds strong social skills and helps children learn how to work and play together.
EXAMPLES
Guide Peer Interaction
Age Group: Toddler
Age Group: Toddler
In this exemplar video, a teacher supports a child who becomes frustrated during a peer interaction. Notice how the teacher calmly guides the child to use respectful words and say “stop” to communicate her needs—an example of assisting children with communication and interactions with peers.