It’s a topic that comes up a lot in our lives at Wee Friends: how do we create an environment that will enable our friends to enjoy and celebrate their part in successful social negotiations? It’s hard not to jump in and solve it for them or do it for them. It’s hard to sit still and listen and carefully navigate the sometimes tricky communication dynamics of 3-5 year olds. But it happens. Everyday. And we WORK AT IT! Whew.

There’s one cash register on the table and one basket of coins but two friends want to play with it at the same time. As it turned out, our older Arleigh mentored our younger Marina.

There are two different books and each friend wants to hold both books at the same time and NOT share. With some support, friends agree to read one book at a time and then switch.

Two prima ballerinas are on a bus with only two spots. There is absolutely no room for anyone else.

But there are other friends who would like to ride the bus as well.

With no teacher guidance, THREE new spots were made and the bus filled with  girls not only rode around town, but had delicious snacks as well.

It’s the pay-off time of the year and everyone has enjoyed these great moments as a result of hard won negotiating skills. Not all the time…..but more and more each day. Happiness.

Wee Sprouts:

Breakfast: Kashi and apple slices. Lunch: Scrambled eggs and cheese on whole wheat tortillas, bananas and mixed veggie. Snack: Pretzels and Craisins.

Have a great day.