Young children need to be watched closely. However, they learn to be independent and to develop confidence by doing tasks such as dressing themselves and putting their toys away. It's important to let your child make choices, rather than deciding everything for her.

Encourage your child to play with other children and to be with adults who are not family members. Preschoolers need social opportunities to learn to see point of view of others. Young children are more likely to get along with teachers and classmates if they have had experiences with different adults and children.

Remember that children vary a great deal in ways that they learn. Don't be concerned if your child doesn't enjoy a certain activity that her friend of same age loves. It is important, though, to keep an eye on how your child is progressing.

When a child is having a language or reading problem, reason might be simple to understand and deal with or it might be complicated and require expert help. Often,children may just need more time to develop their language skills.

On other hand, some children might have trouble seeing, hearing, or speaking. Others may have a learning disability. If you think your child may have some kind of physical or learning problem, it is important to get expert help quickly.