Working with a Shy Child: 5 Tips for Parents and Teachers

Overall, shyness is a common emotion. Nearly fifty percent of the United States‘ adult population is believed to be shy. Everyone has felt hesitant or self-conscious in a social situation from time to time. But it is a good idea to keep your shy child in check and make sure that it’s not interfering with their social development or learning.

A shy child is just as susceptible to successes or failures in their schoolwork as an outgoing child but due to their personalites, certain teaching and learning techniques are required. These techniques should be used to respond positively to your shy child inside and outside of the classroom.