When the Unexpected Happens: Seizing the Teachable Moment

Preschool teacher Yotisse Williams describes an experience where something didn't go as expected, and he used it as an opportunity to support children's development. By maintaining a calm demeanor and soliciting children's ideas to help solve problems, he helps children develop self-regulation, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Through modeling and questioning, he shows children how to navigate unexpected and challenging situations.

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