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This chapter will explore ideas about the role of the teacher in supporting successful transitions for children. The teacher is a key element in creating successful transitions for children and their families. At the core of meeting the transitional needs of children is the teacher’s ability to understand what they feel and know about transitions . Appropriate strategies for successful transitions are also included.
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King, M.A. (2011). Transition in the Classroom. In: Laverick, D., Renck Jalongo, M. (eds) Transitions to Early Care and Education. Educating the Young Child, vol 4. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-0573-9_8
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