As a parent, you may have noticed your three-year-old child growing more emotional and outspoken. This is totally normal, as 3-year-olds are at a critical time of emotional development. Understanding this development can allow you to better support your child's emotional well-being and establish a healthy relationship with them. Empathy is an important part of a 3-year-old's emotional development. At this age, children begin to understand and relate to the sentiments of others. They may express compassion for a crying acquaintance or calm an angry sibling. Encourage your child's empathy to help him or her develop strong social skills and emotional intelligence. How to develop your child's empathy. Parents can assist their children develop empathy by: Demonstrating caring behaviour.  Understanding and kindness to others in front of your child can illustrate the value of empathy in interpersonal connections. Parents should educate their children to consider how others may...