Child's Construction

Remember that each child must construct himself – the adult is there to aid the process but cannot make the construction for the child, even through coercion. 


No person can do this for any human being – every development must be one’s own decision and work. 


What does this mean for us adults? 

• Provide the physical tools the child needs. 
• Provide the emotional and intellectual tools the child needs. 
• Essentially: Be supportive; provide the environment with only the acceptable options and all the acceptable options. 
• Encourage the child to take appropriate risks in a safe environment.