Lesson 5: Teaching Safety Rules

What is the primary purpose of rules for preschool children?

• To prepare them for academic learning

• To keep them safe and teach appropriate behavior

• To make the teacher's job easier

• To limit their creativity

Which of the following is an example of a rule stated positively?

• Don't run in the classroom

• No hitting

• Use walking feet

• Do not shout

How many rules are recommended for preschoolers to remember effectively?

• As many as possible

• 3-5

• 1-2

• 10-15

What should accompany the posting of rules in a preschool classroom?

• Pictures or drawings

• Parent signatures

• A detailed explanation

• A punishment for breaking them

What is the difference between a rule and an expectation?

• Rules are for children, expectations are for adults

• Expectations are more specific than rules

• Rules are specific behaviors, expectations are general behaviors

• There is no difference

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective rules for preschoolers?

• Stated positively

• Limited in number

• Complex and detailed

• Short and clear

How can teachers model rules?

• By only enforcing them when necessary

• By following the rules themselves

• By discussing them once at the start of the year

• By ignoring minor infractions

What is a recommended way to teach children how to follow rules?

• Class discussions and role play

• Ignoring the rules themselves

• Frequent tests on the rules

• Through punishment for breaking them

Why is it important to state rules positively for preschool children?

• It makes the rules sound more pleasant

• Children don't understand negative statements

• It helps them understand what not to do

• It focuses on desired behavior rather than what to avoid

What role do nurturing relationships play in rule enforcement?

• None, rules are independent of relationships

• They make rules unnecessary

• They support the understanding and following of rules

• They make it harder to enforce rules