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Give it a name
Young children feel big things before they have words for them. Naming a feeling — "you look disappointed" — gives them the word and shows that the feeling can be talked about.
Researchers have found that putting a feeling into words can make it a little less intense. Offer a name as a guess, not a verdict: "Are you feeling left out?" The child can say no and choose another.
Your child stamps their foot when a game ends. Which reply gives the feeling a name?
A lesson is kept once you've answered the question and written at least 8 words. Nobody grades it; it stays on this device.