Supporting Self-Esteem

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A child’s growing sense of self can be supported most notably by supporting and encouraging their self-concept. ​ Self-concept is the way in which one perceives themselves. There are many ways that caregivers can support a child’s growing self-concept, especially when it comes to communication. 

The early childhood educators in a child’s life have a very important responsibility to help support and grow a positive self-concept for the children in their care. If a student doesn’t have this positive communication and support, their self-concept can begin to suffer as a result. It is important to help children learn what they are capable of and what their strengths and weaknesses are.

Remember: 

Everyone has different strengths and weaknesses. Likewise, everyone’s definition of success is different. Jimmy’s idea of success might be running the entire length of the field without getting tired, while Bailey’s definition may be running half and then taking a short break.​ 

Optional Resource for Further Study

• I'm Glad I'm Me: Developing Self-Esteem in Young Children, PBS
• 12 Ways to Raise a Confident Child, Ask Dr. Sears
• 7 Ways to Boost Your Child’s Self-Esteem by Amanda Morin for understood.org 
• Ten Activities to Improve Students' Self-Concepts by Glori Chaika for Education World ​​

Course Navigation Menu

​1. Course Agenda
2. Supporting Self-Esteem
3. Building A Child's Self-Esteem
4. Nurture a Child’s Self-Concept 
5. Supporting Self-Esteem (1/3) 
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6. Helping Children
7. Low Self-Esteem
8. High Self-Esteem
9. Biased Expectations
10. Helping Children Build Self-Esteem
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​11. Activities to Promote Self-Esteem
12. Researching DAP Books
13. DAP Books (2/3)
14. End of Course Quiz (3/3)
15. Course Evaluation Form​
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