03. Tricky Reactions to Receiving Gifts through A Sensory Emotional Lens

We all love giving and receiving gifts - but what happens when a child’s reaction isn’t quite what you expected when they receive a gift?  Sometimes, our great kids can appear “ungrateful” for their gift - but that usually isn’t the case, and there’s a reason they are feeling this way.  Welcome to A Sensory Emotional Lens on tricky reactions to receiving gifts! In this episode you’ll discover: How to interpret those tricky responses to receiving and opening gifts Different reactions that you can expect using a sensory emotional lens How to explain unexpected reactions  Ways to pre-plan and include our children in ways of gift receiving that bring about a successful and meaningful response  How to monitor your emotions and responses to the situation Overall - Tips on how to handle these tricky moments  Still not sure which gifts to buy?   Using a sensory emotional lens, we've compiled a list of toys that bring about both sensory exploration and emotional expression to support both sensory motor and social emotional development. Visit our blog for some meaningful ideas that could match well with your Great Kid.  Join our community! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatkidsplace/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreatKidsPlace/ Want more resources? Please visit our blog: https://greatkidsplace.com/category/blog/