Prepare Your Child for Preschool
How to make the first steps on the path to school happy ones
by Denise Yearian
Preschool is a wonderful time of growth in a young child’s life – a time to broaden his horizons, develop social skills and ignite a love for learning. As with any transition, it can also be a difficult time. To help your child adjust to the new environment and ease into the routine more easily, consider these tips. n Talk it up. Weeks before preschool begins, prepare your child by using positive and encouraging words. If you drive by the building where she will be attending school, say, “Oh, look! There’s your new school. You are going to have so much fun there!” Tell your child that she is growing up and this means she gets to spend more time learning and playing with other children her age. If you, as a parent, have any reservations, choose your words carefully. Even from a young age, children can pick up on what their parents are and are not saying!
34 Atlanta Parent
January 2022
[ Focus on Education ]
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