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Change can be hard, but it’s easier when you have a hand to hold. We’re here to help make the transition of your little one to school a positive experience. Below you will find a variety of helpful resources to help set your child up for success as they transition to school.
Your baby is growing up and is off to kindergarten this fall! We’ve got you covered with our upcoming webinar series, designed to help you prepare your little one both academically and socially for this big transition.
Choosing a kindergarten program can feel like a daunting task. In an effort to place your child in the “right” school, there are many things to consider. Join us to discuss what to look for in a school, your school options, and enrollment specifics.
Let your child know that their feelings, whether nerves or excitement, about the start of school are normal. Everyone, even adults, struggle to get back into old routines. Transitions can be very challenging for a lot of children and worrying about the unknown can exacerbate their nerves. Knowing they are not alone in their experiences and feelings will help your child feel safe, heard, and understood.
Having conversations ahead of time can help your child mentally prepare for their first day of school. Whether they are new the school or just changing grades and classrooms, there is often an adjustment period for children.
Support your child by:
Who doesn’t like shopping for new things?! Children can build for the new year around choosing their school supplies and having ownership of the shopping process. Choosing their own supplies and backpack allows children to show off their personality and get them invested in their learning – by making them excited to use their new supplies.
The first few days of a new school year can be a big adjustment after your summer break. Help yourself get back into the school routine with these tips and tricks.
Reboot your child’s bedtime by tucking them in 10 minutes earlier each night during the two weeks leading up to school.
Practice getting dressed before breakfast and adjusting awake time to get back into the swing of things.
For the two weeks leading up to school, start getting your child back in the habit of eating meals and snacks at more consistent intervals and at the table.
Gather everything needed for school, including packing lunches and laying out clothes and shoes the night before to help the morning routine run smoother.
Kids thrive on routine because it gives them a sense of predictability in their lives.
Talk about the parts of your school routine. Ask your child what they feel are the most important things to do.
Talk about what is working and what is not in their routine. Find out what the hardest parts of the morning are for them.
Create a responsibility list or chart, including both your child’s responsibilities and yours. Consider what your child needs help with and what they can do independently.
Consider creating visuals that help your child go through their routine independently. This might include a checklist of things to take with them when they leave or simply the steps of getting dressed and brushing their teeth.
Praise your child when they complete their routine independently and offer gentle reminders as needed. Praise the process, making it more likely that your child initiates the steps on their own and feels a sense of pride in their accomplishments.
While transitioning out of “summer mode” can be tough, there are a few things you can do to help yourself and your children this fall. Join us to learn tips for getting back into the school routine.
A resource list for families as they navigate big transitions – from summer learning to back to school.
Children are born with a great ability to learn and grow and by the time they turn three, they have already begun laying the foundation for life-long learning and success. By supporting all areas of their children’s development, parents are helping their children prepare for school.
