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General Pre-K Resources Strategies

 

Classroom Observation checklist

This tool is designed for use as a guide during a student observation. You may not see all domains addressed, however, the student should be observed during times when you will be able to monitor behaviors related to the area of concern. If the child is 3-5 years old and not yet in school the observation should be conducted in the child’s natural environment or early intervention program.

Classroom Management Tips 



Ready Freddy: Pathways to Kindergarten Success

Whether or not children have gone to preschool or feel ready for school, age is the determining factor for enrolling in kindergarten. The quality transition process is designed to help both parents and children at any stage of readiness adjust to a new and more challenging environment in order to prepare them for school success

Steps to Kindergarten Transition: A Guide to a Successful Transition to Kindergarten

The word transition refers to the process of change. It involves moving from one situation to another. It can be smooth and satisfying or bumpy and frightening for a young child.  While it is the child who directly experiences the transition, other groups of people are involved.  The attitudes and actions of those who are directly involved can do a great deal to make the transition to Kindergarten a positive or not so positive experience for a young child and his orher family.

Ten Ways to Handle Transitions in a Preschool Classroom

This article will give ten tips and activities for making smooth, effective transitions in a Pre-K classroom setting. It will also explain the importance of transitions and how they can make or break the tone of the day or the atmosphere of the classroom.

Easing the Transition from PreK to Kindergarten: What Schools and Families Can Do to Address Child Readiness

This is a Strategy Brief of the National Center for Family and Community Connections with Schools.

Ready Schools: Supporting Pre-K Transitions Using a Community Approach

The purpose of this document is to provide the reader with a list of effective pre-k transition strategies that can be implemented to address the needs of the child, family, school, and community.

PreK Pages - All Things Preschool - Classroom Management Tips

This website offers classroom management tips and pictures.