- Understanding the concept of family and its members
- Recognizing and identifying family members by their names
- Developing a sense of belonging and connection to family
- Understanding the importance of labeling and organizing information
- Recognizing the role of communication in sharing information about family
Continued development can be encouraged by:
- Encouraging the child to draw more pictures of their family and label them
- Discussing different types of families and the diversity within families
- Encouraging the child to ask questions about their family history and traditions
- Reading books about families and discussing the different family structures
- Engaging in activities that promote empathy and understanding towards different family dynamics