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by By Leigh Felesky
Tips to get ready for kindergarten and grade one
http://education.kaboose.com/tips-first-day-school.html
You’ve changed her diapers, tolerated her terrible twos and taught her to get dressed by herself. Now, it’s time for another milestone “ the first day of school. Nervous? Excited? Don’t know what to expect? Welcome to kindergarten and first grade, Mom. Here are eight tips to get you and your little one ready for her first day.
The name game
Teaching your child to write their name makes for excellent kindergarten preparation, according to Countdown to Kindergarten of Boston (http://www.countdowntokindergarten.org/) . Small letters are used most commonly, but it doesn’t hurt to teach her both upper and lower case. And once she can write her first name, have fun with it. Move onto her last name and then her brother’s name or the dog’s name “ any practice is good. When you’re done with names, teach your child to write her address and telephone number.
Encourage independence
Before going into kindergarten, most school boards suggest that children be able to get dressed and undressed, and use the toilet independently. They should also know how to put on their own coats and shoes. If your child isn’t up to speed, you may need to get creative. Stickers work well for encouragement. Also, a routine that the child begins to recognize can help. Make sure you allow enough time for each stage so she doesn’t feel pressured.
Teach the basics
Take your child on errands and explain how things work as you go. Stops could include the grocery store, library and post office. As you visit each location, talk him through the steps: “This is where all the produce is, here’s the meat section and this is where we go to pay at the cashier.” General knowledge of how things work makes for good kindergarten preparation, says Countdown to Kindergarten.
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