Contact local schools. Many, if not all, elementary school teachers are very friendly and eager to help children everywhere, not simply in their schools. Find the e-mail or phone information of local kindergarten and first grade teachers. Send a polite e-mail explaining who you are, why you are contacting them and what information you need. Be sure to note that you expect a reply at their convenience and avoid using a demanding tone. Emphasize a desire for skills and attributes the teacher would like a kindergarten or first grade student to have when entering their classroom.
Consult Internet websites. Many websites, including www.teacherhelp.org, www.fredjones.com and www.cfchildren.com, offer informative and well-researched articles on behavior management for many grade levels, including preschool. A concrete grasp of what will be expected of students after preschool will help focus your program and make learning more effective. Each website gives information on both the theory of behavior modification and practical everyday tips to implement in the preschool classroom.
Visit your local library. There are many resources for finding a preschool behavior program that will work for you. The following is a list of recommendations by title, followed by the author:
"The First Days of School," by Harry K. Wong
"I Brake for Meltdowns: How to Handle the Most Exasperating Behavior of Your 2- to 5-Year-Old," by Michelle Nicholassen
"A Practical Guide to Solving Preschool Behavior Problems," by Eva Essa
"Emotional and Behavioral Problems of Young Children: Effective Interventions in the Preschool and Kindergarten Years," Gretchen Gimpel Peacock
Each book covers a multitude of possible preschool behavior plans as well as specifics for how to implement each plan. Consult the table of contents for information more specific to your needs.