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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Doesn't seem like the best tool for school-aged kids, but I'm just another mom. I'd be concerned though. [/quote]

What method does your teacher use if no time outs when children are not listening? [/quote]

In all honesty- unless there is a SERIOUS BEHAVIOR ISSUE... time out should be be used so early in K.  Hate to say this - former teacher here- but while of course give it more time, teacher and students settling in, I would also be watching carefully, listening to child, and how he feels.  More developmentally appropriate will be positive discipline- focus on what you want the child to do, find time for positive; plus teacher may need to think about his/her style, and if time out so necessary so early on- is there enough activity/movement for kid (are they on the carpet for too long listening to her talk)?

Easier said than done but try to be patient but aware and watchful. IF you do need to speak wiht the teacher- talk about how your child is feeling, how he explains the situation, so as to decrease defensiveness of teacher. [/quote]

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