Development of emotional intelligence in older preschoolers
The article considers the problem of developing emotional intelligence in children of preschool age. The relevance of this topic is that emotional development is an important part of the harmonious development of the personality as a whole. The federal state educational standard of preschool education singles out the social and communicative area as one of the areas of development. A person with high emotional intelligence socializes better in the society, he or she understands the moods of others and is more comfortable communicating with his or her loved ones. The problem of emotional intelligence has been repeatedly studied by scientists and psychologists from different countries. The article not only characterizes the concept, considers various areas of this sphere, but also highlights the methods of developing children’s emotional intelligence. The federal state educational standard of preschool education singles out the social and communicative area as one of the areas of development. A person with high emotional intelligence is better socialized in the society he or she understands the moods of others and is more comfortable communicating with his or her loved ones. The problem of emotional intelligence has been repeatedly studied by scientists and psychologists from different countries. The article not only characterizes the concept, considers various areas of this sphere, but also highlights the methods of development of emotional intelligence in children by teachers and parents. From the scientific and practical article it is possible to receive concrete recommendations on practical activity directed on solving this problem. It is important that emotional intelligence should be formed not only in preschool children, but also in adults working with them. In developing the emotional sphere, it is necessary to emphasize the ability to understand the feelings of another person, the formation of empathy with the feelings of others. The developing of emotional intellect is promoted by poly art activity, synthesis of different kinds of art, visiting exhibitions, theatrical activity. Also acquaintance with emotions takes place at musical and art classes, interaction with the teacher-psychologist. Formation of emotional intellect in a child of preschool age is the key to his successful personal development in the future.