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26 February 2026

Early Education Intervention Strategies for the Development of Emotional Conflict Resolution Skills in Children during Outdoor Independent Play

Yu Li*
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1 College of Child Development and Education, Zhejiang Normal University, Hangzhou 311200, Zhejiang, China
CEF 2026 , 4(2), 209–214; https://doi.org/10.18063/CEF.v4i2.1612
© 2026 by the Author. Licensee Whioce Publishing, Singapore. This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License ( https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ )
Abstract

Outdoor independent play is a crucial setting for the social development of young children, with emotional conflicts being a common occurrence in their interactions within this context. Based on the laws of children's physical and mental development and the characteristics of outdoor independent play, this paper analyzes the internal motivations (such as egocentric thinking, inadequate emotional regulation skills, and unmet core needs), external triggers (including improper environmental support, misunderstandings in peer interactions, and inappropriate adult interventions), and typical manifestations (such as emotional outbursts and resource competition) of emotional conflicts in children. Furthermore, it clarifies the core concepts of early education intervention, including "respecting the child as the subject, empathizing and accepting, integrating into play, and cherishing opportunities," along with fundamental principles such as prioritizing safety and developmental appropriateness. A systematic intervention strategy framework is constructed, encompassing environmental creation and support, fostering emotional cognition and expression, guiding conflict resolution processes, and reinforcing reflection and consolidation after play. The paper emphasizes the importance of teachers' role transformation and professional development, as well as the collaborative efforts of home-school cooperation, providing theoretical references and practical guidance for promoting the continuous development of children's emotional conflict resolution skills and social competence. 

Keywords
young children
outdoor independent play
emotional conflict
conflict resolution skills
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