Preschoolers can:
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Talk more
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Make choices
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Have strong preferences
…but they can also:
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Become overwhelmed quickly
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Struggle during transitions
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Mirror adult stress
In the classroom, co-regulation helps children learn:
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What they are feeling
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What helps their bodies feel better
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How to try again when things are hard
This sets the foundation for self-regulation in kindergarten and beyond.
The OT Toolbox — “What Is Co-Regulation?” (2023).
https://www.theottoolbox.com/co-regulation/