Managing Frustration in Students Aged 4 to 6 Years Old

Resumen

Managing frustration in children allows the development of skills such as: recognizing, expressing and regulating emotions. This research aims to strengthen frustration management in 13 preschool students of the Gimnasio Campestre Nueva Alejandría in Cajicá, through the implementation of strategies based on theories of emotional control and frustration tolerance. In addition, it seeks to train teachers in the use of these tools to favor emotional management and improve the learning environment. This study adopted a qualitative approach with descriptive scope, using an action research design to generate socio-educational change. Information was collected through observations, checklists, interviews, analyzing the effectiveness of the strategies implemented. The results show the effectiveness of the strategies, and how the students incorporated them into their routine, seeking to reduce frustration inside and outside the classroom. In conclusion, this research project shows how emotional self-control is strengthened in children, facilitating the management of frustration through tools adjusted to their needs and promoting a better socioemotional adaptation.