Teamwork and cooperation are two skills that can help a child achieve more in the real world. When we are working in an organization (community or professional), part of a partnership, or simply working with others to achieve a common goal, our success relies on teamwork and cooperation. When your child is outgoing and confident in social situations, they often naturally find ways to develop skills of teamwork. Your role becomes one of supporting, encouraging, reinforcing, and making small corrections (when needed) to these skills. However, a shy child may find it more difficult to naturally find ways to explore teamwork and cooperation. Here are 4 ways to encourage your shy child to learn to work well with others: Start at Home Your shy child is more likely to take a chance working together with someone he or she is already comfortable with, such as parents or siblings. Putting puzzles together, working together in team-based games, or doing a collaborative arts and crafts activity are great ways to encourage the idea of teamwork. Start Small A shy child may have more difficulty practicing teamwork in larger groups. Start your child out in paired teamwork activities—working with a friend to make … Continue reading 4 Ways to Help your Shy Child Learn Teamwork & Cooperation