One's self-esteem refers to the extent to which one admires and values the
self. What children do on a day-to-day basis can help determine their self-
esteem. If children feel good about who they are and what they can do, they
will be able to learn more, and they will possess the confidence they need to
attempt new adventures in learning.
Emotional
• Recognizing one’s own feelings and those of others
• Expressing feelings appropriately
• Showing compassion
• Managing problems
Intellectual
• Doing things on one’s own initiative
• Tackling difficult tasks
• Observing detail
• Completing a job
• Being curious
• Creating a final product
Physical
• Brushing teeth on a regular basis
• Keeping clean (good hygiene)
• Choosing to eat wholesome food instead of “junk”
• Being neat
Social
• Making sensible and reasonable choices
• Being caring and loving
• Trusting others
• Being a leader
• Sense of humor
• Being honest