Self-control.

Observe how adults seem to behave in terms of expectations for self-control for children of two different ages.

a. Infants. Observe an adult-infant interaction. Look for evidence that the adult does not expect the infant to control himself. For example, the adult does not expect the infant to remember things, to manage his emotions, or to complete tasks on his own. Describe specific things an adult does for the infant (rocks him to sleep, wipes his mouth, and changes his diaper.)

b. Toddlers–older preschoolers. Look for evidence that an adult expects these children to show some measure of self-control. For example, does the teacher expect the children to remember to wash their hands after using the bathroom?

PLEASE NOTE-TEXTBOOK TO BE USED: Guidance of Young Children (CHAPTER 2-3)