03/10/2023
Two-year-olds are still developing their expressive language skills and are more likely to scream in frustration than say, "I am mad because you took my doll." Parents can "listen" to children's behavior and then help them put a name to their emotions. It might sound something like this:
"You are sad. You had to leave the park, and you are crying because you still wanted to play."
"You are mad! Your brother knocked your tower down, and you are yelling because you feel MAD."
"Look at your smile! You are happy that you got to pet that soft, cute puppy."