Attachment
Attachment = Attunement + Dependability
When you are responsive and sensitive to what your baby “serves”, you can form a “return” response that creates a loving and supportive environment that children can thrive in.
Communication
Communication = Understanding + Expression
Language-rich environments are the foundation for future learning success.
Emotional Development
Emotional Development = Recognition + Attention
Responsive care-giving establishes the foundation of emotional development.
Positive Thoughts
Positive Thoughts = Healthy Experiences + Supportive Environments
Language-rich environments are the foundation for future learning success.
Resilience
Resilience = Love + Care + Safe Learning Opportunities
Feeling safe to try new things promotes the ability to deal with obstacles.
Self Regulation
Self Regulation = Responsiveness + Role Modelling
Self-regulation develops when adults respond sensitively to a child’s needs.
We thank the team of dedicated professionals in the Etobicoke Brighter Futures Coalition that developed these IEMH Play Statements.
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