One of the most attractive things for babies who are almost 17 months old entering ITC is washing their hands and making bubbles, which is often used as a way to attract the attention of babies who are unwilling to enter the classroom.
At this moment, the parents who needed to leave for a while saw the baby enter a state and quietly left, but the baby was completely unaware of this matter.
When a baby who is focused on work looks up to find their father, all they see are the parents of other children, and their emotions are ignited like a fuse. Crying and shouting 'Dad, Dad, Mom', feeling particularly sad.
How does the teacher do it
The teacher tried to divert the baby's attention, but the duration was also limited, and the baby's heart kept thinking about where their parents had gone.
The teacher comforted the baby, "Dad, take Mom to work and come back later." When he heard "Dad, Mom," the baby started crying.
The teacher tried to help the baby interpret his thoughts: "You miss Mom and Dad, do you want to go see them?" The baby stopped crying with agreement and said, "Yes
The baby's emotions gradually calmed down. When the father came back, the baby immediately got off the dining chair and ran towards him, overjoyed.
The teacher explained to the baby's father what had just happened, and the father sincerely apologized to the baby and explained the reason.
Advance notice is important
This is something we emphasize every time. Before leaving, we must not worry about what the baby is doing and not worry about interrupting their focus. When leaving, we should give the baby a warning of what the parents are going to do. Over time, the child will have a clear understanding of what you are going to do and when you will come back, which is easier to understand and will be accepted calmly, making the baby feel respected and secure. I hope more and more parents will realize the importance of previewing.
