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Temperament

Temperament. Presented by Donna J. Habenicht, Ed.D. What is temperament?. “Temperament is the behavioral style of an individual child—the how (manner) of his behavior rather than the what (content) or why (motivation).” Stella Chess. Temperament Characteristics.

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Temperament

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  1. Temperament Presented by Donna J. Habenicht, Ed.D.

  2. What is temperament? “Temperament is the behavioral style of an individual child—the how (manner) of his behavior rather than the what (content) or why (motivation).” Stella Chess

  3. Temperament Characteristics Activity Level Slow -------------------------------------Fast

  4. Temperament Characteristics Rhythmicity Regular--------------------------------Irregular

  5. Temperament Characteristics Approach-Withdrawal Cautious-----------------------------Impulsive

  6. Temperament Characteristics Adaptability High----------------------------------------Low

  7. Temperament Characteristics Intensity of Reactions High----------------------------------------Low

  8. Temperament Characteristics Threshold of Responsiveness Low, quick-----------------------High, slow

  9. Temperament Characteristics Mood Pessimistic------------------------Optimistic

  10. Temperament Characteristics Distractability Low---------------------------------------High Attention Span Lengthy--------------------------------Limited

  11. Three Types of Kids • Easy • Slow-to-warm-up • Difficult

  12. Easy • Happy, cheerful • Adapts easily • Smiling and friendly • Optimistic • Moderately active • Cooperative • Relaxed, easy going • Moderate emotions

  13. Slow-to-warm-up • Timid • Fearful • Anxious • Tense • Shy • Uncooperative

  14. Difficult • Very emotional • Resists changes • Moody • Pessimistic • Very active • Quick trigger temper • Fidgets and wiggles

  15. Other Kids Have their own unique combination of temperament characteristics.

  16. Grace in Action “Let the teacher remember that it is those …who have a disagreeable temperament, who are rough, stubborn, sullen, that most need our love, compassion, and help. Those who most try our patience most need our love.” Ellen G. White Counsels to Teachers, p. 267

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