In play dates, nannies can teach
children how to interact emotionally and socially. They guide them to learn how
relationships function in the form of friendships. Playing with other children provide
the environment to learn how to share and compromise. Play dates are also
strong antidotes to bullying. They provide the venue to introduce kids to the
concept of accepting others.
Children learn how to be polite and
respectful during play dates. They’re able to learn to collaborate and
cooperate with other kids and caregivers. Successful play dates are planned
play dates. Forcing children to overplay may lead to restlessness depending on
age. Allow them to “free” play for 60-90 minutes, maybe followed by a
structured activity where everyone participates. By the end of the play date,
children will have had adequate social interaction for the day and be ready to
transition back into a one-on-one atmosphere.
Play dates are easy activities for
nannies to plan. They can be held in the house, park, a local gym, or Mommy and
Me class. As part of the nanny’s responsibility, she should first be certain
the parents are consulted about to whose home children are taken, or who may be
coming into their home. Secondly, relay details about the play date back to the
parents. Nannies can share how the kids interacted with others, how they
respond in a group, and what sort of games they like the most. While the
individual care and one-on-one playtime children receive at home is great for developmental
growth, play dates help prepare children for the transition into the longer
days of being with other children when they eventually enter school.
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