Self-Concept in Preschoolers (3-5 years)

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• Self-Concept in Preschoolers (3-5 years)
• Preschoolers self-descriptions focus on
  concrete, observable characteristics such as
• Physical attributes (I have blue eyes)
• Physical activities/abilities (I can run real
  fast)
• Social relationships (I have a sister)
• Possessions (I have a kitty)
• Preferences (I like pizza)

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• Preschoolers self-descriptions tend to be
  unrealistically positive
• Fail to distinguish between ideal and actual
  selves

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• Why?
• Do not generally compare their performance with
  that of others (social comparison)