Problem 1. Describe several ways that early childhood educators can promote a child's sense of self-esteem.
Problem 2. What is the difference between extrinsic (for example: someone saying "good job" to you) and intrinsic methods of increasing self-esteem? Which do the authors feel is more desirable and why?
Problem 3. Give an example other than a source of praise of something that could be an extrinsic source of self- esteem for AN ADULT and then give an example of something that could be an intrinsic source.
Problem 4. Why is competence such an effective builder of self esteem?
Problem 5. What are some signs of stress and emotional upset in children and how can you as an educator alleviate this?