Preschoolers and Early Elementary School Children Are Learning to Take

Multiple Choice

Preschoolers and early elementary school children are learning to take initiative and are trying new tasks.According to Erikson, what type of parent fosters healthy development during this time?

A) one who lets the child do what he or she wants
B) one who neither encourages nor discourages initiative
C) one who punishes initiative behaviours
D) one who helps achieve a balance between initiative taking and respecting others