To improve transition times, preschoolers should be trained to stand quietly in straight lines andto walk silently from area to area without making a sound.

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While it may seem like training preschoolers to stand quietly and walk silently could improve transition times, it is not developmentally appropriate or effective. Preschoolers are still learning self-regulation and may have difficulty staying quiet and in line for extended periods of time. It is more effective to use positive reinforcement, clear expectations, and engaging activities to help transition from one activity to another.

To Improve Transition Times, Preschoolers Should Be Trained to Stand