What Parents Should Know About Scaffolding in Early Childhood Education

Building Kids' Confidence in the Classroom

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Benefits of the Scaffolding Method for Kids

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Scaffolding facilitates engagement and motivation

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Scaffolding reduces anxiety and uncertainty

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Scaffolding builds momentum

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Scaffolding helps identify learning gaps

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How To Use Scaffolding

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Ask probing questions

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Introduce a prop

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Offer encouragement

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