‘Crying, Yelling, Shutting Down’: There’s a Surge in Kindergarten Tantrums. Why?

A kindergartner in a play-based learning class prepares for outdoor forest play time at Symonds Elementary School in Keene, N.H., on Nov. 7, 2024. Across the country, kindergartners are struggling with self-regulation. - Sophie Park for Education Week

We expect toddlers to have temper tantrums. A lack of oral-language skills, the inability to regulate emotions, and inexperience with socializing in group settings can all lead to outbursts in 2- and 3-year-olds. This behavior isn’t considered developmentally appropriate for kindergarten-aged children—but according to educators, it’s becoming more common. Read More of the article on Education Week: https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/crying-yelling-shutting-down-theres-a-surge-in-kindergarten-tantrums-why/2025/07

Learn Reading EZ Hub Inc Thoughts: Kindergarten is a big transition for students new to traditional school outside of daycare. As inflation rises, there's a huge overarching umbrella that daycares is extremely expensive. As a result, many students ages 2-3 aren't attending day care meaning their first time in school is VPK or Pre-k which differs from a rigorous Kindergarten schedule. Parents can work towards helping students transition to kindergarten by providing students with a more concise daily schedule, promoting students independence, and setting clear rules and expectations with your student. Check out this video on some helpful tips to prepare your student for Kindergarten.