Use transition songs or chants to signal the end of one activity and the start of another. For example, singing a song before transitioning from playtime to story time may look something like this: “Clean up, clean up, it's time to make a change, listen to the song, it's time to rearrange. With a smile on our faces and a skip in our stride, clean up, clean up, let's work side by side.” This provides a clear cue that helps children anticipate and mentally prepare for the upcoming change, making transitions smoother. For older children, a transition ritual might involve a consistent clapping sequence or more age-appropriate chant such as “All Set? You Bet!”