Adapting to Preschool: Challenges for 3- and 4-year-olds

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What is a significant challenge for 3- and 4-year-olds when adapting to a preschool or nursery program?

Adjusting to unfamiliar people, schedules, rules, and expectations

What is a factor that may influence a child's adjustment to a preschool or nursery program?

Past experience in child care or preschool

What is critical for a child's acclimation to a preschool or nursery program?

The patience and responsiveness of teachers or caregivers

What should teachers be aware of in terms of their own behavior?

Their verbal and nonverbal messages

What is a powerful tool in modeling and supporting learning, according to the text?

A teacher's language, both verbal and nonverbal

Why should teachers avoid having indiscriminate conversations?

Because it is poor practice and harmful

What is a suggested way to modify the learning environment?

Temporarily shorten circle time

What may affect a child's ability to adjust to a preschool or nursery program?

Family issues such as illness, divorce, or homelessness

What is an important aspect of a child's temperament, according to the text?

Their innate blueprint for behavior

What is the purpose of a communication journal?

To communicate with the family

What should be avoided when using behavior modification techniques?

Implementing them too cautiously

What is the objective of discussions with parents or caregivers?

To brainstorm

This quiz assesses understanding of the challenges faced by 3- and 4-year-olds when adapting to a preschool, nursery, or child care program. It covers the difficulties of sharing, taking turns, and following rules in a new environment.

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