Why are Rules Important to Children?

Teaching young children about rules prepares them for kindergarten, helps keep them safe, and guides their behavior at home and in their program.

Teachers/Providers: Partner with parents and families to meet school readiness goals! This downloadable resource can help reinforce the work you do every day in just four easy steps:

1. E-mail to parents and families.
2. Share on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using the Hashtag #MDFamiliesEngage.
3. Download, print, and distribute to parents and families.
4. Place on the family communication board.

Parents/Families: Discover the following helpful resources to help children follow the rules:

• Creating Structure and Rules for Your Child
• Why do kids need rules?
• Charts and Graphs: Creating Structure and Rules (video)

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