Handling Tantrums and Transitions: Tips from Our Educators

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
   
2. Why Tantrums Happen in Preschool
   
3. Common Transition Triggers
   
4. How GD Goenka Responds to Tantrums
   
5. Techniques We Use to Ease Transitions
   
6. How Parents Can Help at Home
   
7. Conclusion
   

Introduction
Toddlers are still learning how to manage their emotions, and sometimes, this results in outbursts or difficulty with transitions. At GD Goenka Public School, Mahanagar, our trained educators support children with patience and structure, making emotional growth a part of daily learning.

Why Tantrums Happen in Preschool
Tantrums are not bad behavior—they’re communication. Triggers include:

• Frustration due to limited vocabulary
  
• Fatigue, hunger, or overstimulation
  
• Difficulty with sharing or waiting
  
• Separation anxiety or routine changes
  Understanding the “why” helps us respond with compassion.
  

Common Transition Triggers
Many toddlers resist changes such as:

• Arriving at school and separating from parents
  
• Moving from playtime to snack time
  
• Going from outdoor to indoor activities
  
• Preparing to go home
  Transitions can feel abrupt and overwhelming if not guided gently.
  

How GD Goenka Responds to Tantrums
Our educators:

• Stay calm and use a soft tone
  
• Acknowledge the emotion (“You’re upset because it’s time to stop playing.”)
  
• Offer choices and involvement (“Would you like to carry the toy back to the shelf?”)
  
• Create a safe space for calming down
  We prioritize connection over correction.
  

Techniques We Use to Ease Transitions

• Visual cues like picture cards and routine charts
  
• Transition songs and countdowns
  
• Consistent daily rhythm
  
• Storybooks about emotions and change
  Over time, children learn to anticipate and accept transitions with less resistance.
  

How Parents Can Help at Home

• Prepare toddlers for the day with simple explanations
  
• Use consistent routines and gentle countdowns
  
• Offer limited choices to give a sense of control
  
• Stay patient and avoid reacting emotionally to tantrums
  Shared strategies at school and home lead to smoother emotional regulation.
  

Conclusion
At GD Goenka Mahanagar, we understand that emotional regulation takes time and support. Through empathetic teaching and structured transitions, we help toddlers develop the skills they need to thrive both in school and beyond.