Introduction Creating a developmentally appropriate classroom management plan for preschool aged children can be a challenging task; however, it is one of the most critical aspects of an early childhood educator’s career. Efficient classroom management strategies determine the success of all stakeholders in an educational program. According to Newman (2013) “managing a classroom effectively means creating the conditions that facilitate learning, whether it be for 5-year-olds or 50-year-olds” (p. 41). Efficient educators know and understand the importance of using classroom management techniques to not only ensure academic success, but also to ensure students learn how to be great citizens that enhance the quality of their communities inside
