Communicates a range of emotions (e.g. pleasure, interest, fear, surprise, anger and excitement) through making sounds, facial expressions, and moving their bodies
Expresses feelings strongly through crying in order to make sure that their needs will be met
May whimper, scream and cry if hurt or neglected. If their needs are not responded to, they may become withdrawn and passive
Seeks physical and emotional comfort by snuggling in to trusted adults
Is affirmed and comforted by familiar carers through voice, physical presence and touch, for example singing, cuddles, smiles or rocking
Reacts emotionally to other people’s emotions; smiling when smiled at and becoming distressed if they hear another child crying or see a blank unresponsive face
