•Figure out why the child claims not to like the teacher. In the early elementary years, any number of things might trigger a child to have trouble relating to his teacher. Sometimes, the sole problem is that the teacher “isn’t Mom.” For young children who are just getting used to the routine of going to school versus being home with Mom or Dad all day, this new authority figure may do things a little differently than they’re accustomed to. This can lead to anxiety and distress, which kids may label as dislike for the teacher.