Emotions are an important part of the development of children. They say something about needs, boundaries, stimuli, and experiences. Because the brain of a child is still developing rapidly, emotions can seem intense or unpredictable, however with knowledge of the four basic emotions and the functioning of the brain, it becomes easier to understand their behaviour. In this module you learn about:

• Why emotions are useful and necessary.
• How emotions work in the brain.
• How you support children with their emotions.
• What is better to do (and to not do) in order to assist children in handling their emotions.
• Why it is important to take proper care of your personal emotions.

In this module you receive practical tools that assist with everyday emotions. Your own emotional regulation plays an important role in this regard: after all, children learn from you as an example.

From April 2026 this online training module (in Dutch, Papiamentu, and English) is available at the BES(t) 4 kids Academy of KinderWijs TV. More information about the BES(t) 4 kids Academy at KinderWijs TV