Classroom Rules
Setting expectation in preschool is probably on of the most important pieces of a successful classroom management system. Children need clear, simple, easy to remember rules that they can follow every day! We always work with our students to come up with a list of "Rules" they think we should have in our classroom. Then we help them state them in the positive and come up with a list we can all agree to... which always comes down to these three main rules. We talk about what it means to be a learner, to be safe, and to be kind. Read more about creating classroom rules the Responsive Classroom Approach way!
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Take a BreakSelf regulation is one of the hardest and most important skills for young children to learn. We focus on helping children learn this important executive function skill by offering them a place in our classroom where they can go to "Take a Break" when they are struggling to stay focused or listen. The "Take a Break" chair sits just outside of our main group area and near our small group area. That way children can have a break yet still remain a part of the class. We teach this procedure at the beginning of the year so children know exactly what it looks like and how to do a break. The goal of taking a break is to help children begin to identify the feelings they are having when they struggle with self reevaluation and to give them a chance to get back on track on their own. IT IS NOT MEANT TO BE A PUNISHMENT!
This strategy is from the Responsive Classroom Approach! Read more about how to use the Take a Break strategy on their website! 
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