Creative Child October 2019 | Page 26

editor’s choice STOPLIGHT: A Helpful Tool for Managing Anger BY: Rebecca Eanes Learning to manage emotions takes time and lots of coaching, but with your help, children as young as three can learn to manage their anger and frustration. Building emotional intelligence is key to success and happiness, and while it will take years for your child’s brain to mature enough that he or she will be able to consistently manage emotions, it’s never too early to start teaching your child the necessary skills. 25