countdown to kindergarten - drawing pad

Preparation and planning, coupled with a large amount of TLC, will help ease the transition of the child from the pre-school stage (or no school)to the big-
Children's responsibility in kindergarten
Visit the school three weeks before school starts.
Starting a kindergarten not only means new faces and new routines --
It also means spending most of the day in a strange place (
Probably scary)place.
Ease the transition by visiting the school together now.
Stay on the playground for a while so you will soonto-be-
Kindergarten kids can start to feel at home.
If the school building is open, give him an informal trip and sit in the lunch room (
Bring bananas or other snacks)
Check out the library and the gym.
Don't forget to point out the bathroom and maybe even a dry run.
If you know which classroom your child will be in, stop and show him where he will put things. (
If not, just visit the classroom of the kindergarten. )
If the wall is still bare, the table is still stacked with chairs. Be sure to explain that on the first day of school, the walls will be decorated with colorful pictures and learning materials, and the chairs will be surrounded by the activity table.
Read books about the school together.
A good way to ease new problems
Reading a book about going to kindergarten is a tense mood in the school.
Books worth reading include Amy Schwartz's kindergarten teacher Annabel Swift, Jack Gantos and Nicole ruber's fallen Ralph and Joseph Slate's Binde
These books not only show how other children overcome school concerns, but also give your child an opportunity to talk about their fears.
At this point, it is very common to keep your discussion about the school;
You don't want to overwhelm your kindergarten teacher with a lot of details that might make him more worried.
Let him set the rhythm and agenda.
Answer his questions, but don't give him a lot of information that he doesn't want or is not prepared to absorb. Plan playdates.
Get a list of classes (
Or at least a few names and numbers)
Arrange a few game dates from the school principal so your kindergarten teacher can meet his new classmates.
Some schools sponsor picnics or dinners for upcoming students and their parents;
If you don't, consider organizing your own dinner party or pizza party on the school playground (Have permission)
Or in a nearby park.
Check out the clothes two weeks before the school.
Before the final sprint to get everything ready for the new school year, check your child's wardrobe to see what is still appropriate, what works for the school, and what new fall outfits he needs.
Take him shopping when you have a detailed list so he can pick one or two special clothes, a few new hats or socks, and of course, some new shoes or sneakers.
Sometimes something new is like a amulet. good-
The charm of luck can help children get through strange and terrible things, such as the first day of school.
Write a letter to the teacher.
If you know who your child's teacher is, consider writing a self-introduction letter for him.
He can tell the teacher about some of his favorite activities and books, and perhaps include details of what he did this summer.
If your child has a nickname, writing a letter is also a good way to tell the teacher your child's nickname;
In this way, she can put it in your child's small room and make him feel at home.
Ask your child if he wants to add some personal artwork and ask him to sign at the bottom.
A week before school organization
Clean and tidy up your child's wardrobe and dresser drawer so he can choose all the school uniforms anytime, anywhere.
Make sure he understands which of his school uniforms are so that he can choose his own clothes when he goes to school. Buy back-to-school gear.
It's time to make up a missed lesson. gear gaps —
Backpacks, lunch boxes and a variety of school supplies are included.
Check out your child's options before you put in cash --
After all, you are the one who packs lunch boxes and backpacks every morning.
For example, you need to know that the lunch box latch is easy to open for him, and the backpack zipper does not get stuck every time he closes.
While you are there, ask your kindergarten teacher to pick some pencils, drawing boards and art supplies to help him fit into the school spirit.
Talk about what to expect.
You may have talked about all the interesting things your child will do in kindergarten and you may even have visited the school.
It's time to review the classroom routines in as much detail as possible.
Give him an idea of a daily schedule and talk to him about what new and familiar things will be in his pre-school days (
Such as rest time, circle time, story time).
Easy access to school-year schedule.
Although it didn't light up until very late, it started at school --
Current annual rules: eat at 6: 00 in the eveningm.
, Take a bath at 7, read the time, then turn off the lights at 8 (
Or the time you choose to sleep).
If your child rides a bike outside every night to dusk this summer, gradually change his schedule and do every activity (
Dinner, bath, sleep time)
20 or 30 minutes early every day until he gets used to his new evening routine.
Start the morning routine.
When the first day of school arrived, it would be much easier if everyone knew about morning training.
With your child, list what he needs to do in time to catch up with the school bus, or get to the classroom before the first bell: brush your teeth, wash your face, get dressed, eat breakfast, wear shoes, and more.
If he hasn't read it yet, create a colorful picture.
Make a list that describes the morning routine, either draw together, or cut out photos of magazines that illustrate various activities and put them in his room so that he can refer to them every morning.
See the teacher.
As the teachers are now preparing the classroom and preparing for the school year, it is a good time to stop and say hello.
Many kindergarten teachers cherish the opportunity to sit down. on-
Spend a few minutes with new students to get to know them. (
If your child's teacher is too busy to stop and talk, ask if you can come back next time. )
As a bonus, the classroom will take shape and will not look as empty as you did when you visited before.
When your child is exploring, you can quietly discuss with the teacher what special questions you have --
For example, if he is shy or has any special needs.
Also let the teacher know that your child may already have friends in class, so she will definitely pair them in the first awkward days.
Rehearsal route.
Practice your child's route to school by walking or driving together;
If he is going to take the school bus, go along the bus route.
Show your child how he will get into school and how to find his classroom, remind him that people will help him at every step of the way.
Practice your farewell the night before school.
Talk to your children about what you two will say and do when you say goodbye.
Use any special code words or actions you have to agree on the number of kisses and hugs you need, and even decide whether you should say "See you later" or "I have to go now ".
"The job of throwing you out of the room for your child (
Or on the street, if he gets on the bus)
In fact, he has control of separation in his hands.
Then, at that time, make your goodbye short, sweet and casual.
If you want to stay in the first few days of school, check with the teacher before you make any promises.
Most Kindergarten teachers prefer parents to leave as soon as possible.
If your child's teacher says it is OK to stay, then you will have a harder decision as to whether to exercise this option.
For some kindergarten children, there are parents nearby who can provide the security they need to enter a wobbly environment.
But for others, the long-standing presence of mom or dad is just delaying the inevitable pain of saying goodbye, and it can send out messages that you don't want to send out: it's terrible not to have us at school, we're not sure you can.
Making a plan for this important separation is no guarantee that there will be easy farewell, but it may make it easier for both of you. Choose first-day clothes.
Show the costume of his choice (
Try to stay away from the selection process)
Maybe it's a cool one. and a warm-
Weather options, as the weather may not be very good on September.
Actually, get your kids to bed. out-
The habit of wearing clothes helps to eliminate the decision of the morning rush hour and quite a bit of anxiety.
This way, if his favorite jeans are not clean, you will know at 7 in the evening. m. instead of 7 a. m. Pre-
Pack your backpack.
With your kids.
Pack as much as possible to ease the frenzy in the morning.
If he's bringing lunch, get it ready now and put it in the fridge.
Surprisingly, sneak into a special object, a family photo, or a note of love telling your child you're thinking about him.
Special treatment can also be considered.
It may not be at the top of the health list --
But that's it if one day relax the rules (
Be sure to check the school's diet policy first, because many people don't eat snacks with high sugar and fat content. . Give a gift.
Consider giving your child a token that symbolizes the particularity of starting kindergarten.
This may be a new book with the date and name of the school and class he will enter, a child's wallet with family photos, even something as practical as an alarm clock to help him adapt to the new schedule.
Take a day off on an important day.
Please take a day off if you can swing (
Or arrange to leave early).
So you can drop-
Or a luxury bus for your child.
Stop sendoff and be there when he goes out (
Even if he usually stays at home after work
Take care of the school or take the nanny home)
He may also be invited to celebrate the day with a celebratory milkshake.
Eliminate your own morning and after
The work crunch will make it easier to help your child through his day, and he will get the message that it is indeed a special day.
Take the cornflakes.
There will be a lot of cold rush
Cereals and instant food
Oatmeal breakfast during the school year.
Today, get up early and make a special breakfast, such as school bus-shaped pancakes or all your children's food --
Favorite Breakfast.
As a family, also take the time to eat together so you can discuss the exciting day ahead. Take a first-day photo.
Don't forget to snap your child with his first photoday-of-school outfit (
Or school uniform)
Record this important milestone.
Some families have their children hold signs of the date or grade of each year.
Others take photos year after year at the same location (
For example, in front of a tree)
Emphasize how much their children have grown.
Allow time to cry.
When your child is safely lying in the classroom or on the bus, you can let those bittersweet tears flow out.
You are now a parent of a kindergarten, and it is natural to feel complicated about it.
Don't cry in front of your child-
After all, it's hard to be a child without worrying about your parents.
Please see our kindergarten preparation guide before you purchase your school supplies.