Offering a child choices

Telling a child what to do

Lowering the easel so the children an comfortably reach the paper

Moving a child's coat hook to a lower position in his or her locker

Saying to a child, "Mary you need to pic up that paper."

Telling Tom, "You'll lose your turn if you keep pushing."

Adding simple puzzles to the small manipulative area

Providing a place mat with an outline of a glass, plate, spoon, and fork.

Suggesting to Wendy that she place her arm around Kris, who is cryting.

Telling a child that her painting is beautiful.

Keeping your back to the wall so you can observe the entire classroom.

Reminding children to cover their mouths whtn they cough

Placing a picture of the toy wagon on the shelf where it is stored.

Purchasing two additional scooters for the playground since the scooter is a popular choice during free play.

Encouraging the children to work together by saying, "Ask Eve if she can help you."

Recognizing a child's accomplishment by saying "I like the way you helped Amy."

Providing training scissors in the art area so Amanda can learn to cut.

Showing approval by smiling at Jamal after he finished a puzzle.

Seating Ethan and Crhis apart during store time to prevent arguments.