One of the major challenges a parent faces is encouraging a toddler to go to school. Remember this will be the first time your child will be separated from you for several hours hence, you have to prepare him or her for that by showing a good example.
Many parents have the jitters when their kid enters preschool. They have a lot of questions and apprehensions. But instead of entertaining these emotions, it’s best to focus on the positive. Develop an enthusiasm as you prepare your kid and his school supplies. This will help him or her develop a positive disposition and self confidence.
Talk to your child constantly about what school is all about and the other kids he or she will be meeting there. Be sure to inform your kid that a teacher or his second mother will be there to help them learn many things and that they need not be afraid if mom is not in the classroom.
Teach your child his full name so he or she learns how to say it when asked by the teacher. The kid may not be able to read yet but if you start putting labels in some of his stuff at home, he will slowly recognize it.
Starting early at home will also be a great help. Let your child do some simple tasks such as throwing trash into the garbage container and putting things in the right place. This will teach him his responsibilities that he will eventually be able to apply in school.
Playing games with instructions is another thing you can do with your child at home. This will allow him to learn about following instructions which is vital when in school.
Overall, a parent’s support is what matters when preparing your toddler for preschool. When your child knows you’re there and you provide encouragement all the time, he or she will find being in school a pleasant experience.
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Originally posted on September 6, 2012 @ 5:00 am
