Why is she actually engaging in developmentally appropriate behavior?

Question

Joanne (5 years-old) runs away from the group during walks.

Answer 1

There could be many reasons something going on at home or her feeling left out. Try to talk one on one with her to see whats going on. Or something could be taking her action away. Try to make the walks more interesting like singing hand and foot movement, she could be more into like hands on. good luck!

Answer 2

Maybe Joanne feels so crowded in their walks that's why she ran away. Sometimes kids push each other during those walks and some other kids stay away from the group. They either move ahead or stay behind.