Children’s Daily Routines During Kindergarten Transition

Routines are an important feature of family life and functioning in families with young children. Common daily routines such as dinnertime, bedtime, and waking activities are powerful organizers of family behavior and may be instrumental to children and families during times of transition, such as e...

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Published in:Early childhood education journal 2008-08, Vol.36 (1), p.69-74
Main Authors: Wildenger, Leah K., McIntyre, Laura Lee, Fiese, Barbara H., Eckert, Tanya L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Child development
Early Childhood Education
Education
Family Environment
Family Influence
Family Life
Kindergarten
Kindergarten students
Learning and Instruction
Preschool Education
School Readiness
Sociology
Sociology of Education
Student Adjustment
Transitional Programs
Transitions
Urban Schools
Young Children
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Summary:Routines are an important feature of family life and functioning in families with young children. Common daily routines such as dinnertime, bedtime, and waking activities are powerful organizers of family behavior and may be instrumental to children and families during times of transition, such as elementary school entry. Daily routines were examined in 132 families with children entering kindergarten. Although the majority of families reported regular daily routines for their children, parents anticipated that their child’s daily routines would substantially shift upon kindergarten entry, including changes in children’s sleep habits. Significant changes in child and family routines have been implicated in adjustment difficulties during kindergarten transition. Results of this investigation are discussed in terms of aligning family daily routines with kindergarten expectations. Furthermore, educational professionals in early childhood education and elementary school can partner with families to promote seamless kindergarten transitions for all children.
ISSN:1082-3301
1573-1707
DOI:10.1007/s10643-008-0255-2