The ABCs of Kindergarten:
A Complete Guide for Parents
Children are born little sponges, soaking up everything around them. They're learning to walk and talk, but also how to navigate their relationships with others. They are beginning to form opinions about themselves, other people, and the world around them. Here are the ABCs of kindergarten so you can be fully prepared for what your child will experience in their first year of school.
What to Bring
One of the most important things to bring is your child's lunch. The lunches are provided by the school, but it's important to remember that the lunches are not your child's lunch. They are the school's lunch.
It's also important to bring a backup pair of shoes because the kids are required to wear socks or shoes with their uniforms. One other thing to bring is crayons and glue because some of the projects will require them.
If you want some other ideas on what to bring, check out this article.
What to Wear
What to wear? This is an area parents often struggle with. Kindergarteners are only at school for 6 hours a day, 5 days a week. But their clothes should be comfortable, appropriate for the weather, and able to withstand the rough-and-tumble play.
Here are some tips for what to wear in Kindergarten:
- Jeans, corduroys, or other comfortable pants that can be rolled up or down
- Shirts that can be tucked in or out
- Shoes that can withstand playtime
- Comfortable socks
- Hats, scarves, and gloves in the winter
What to Expect
Kindergarten is a big year for kids. They are now in their first year of formal school, learning to read, write, and do the math. The curriculum is much more rigorous than in the early years. There are specific skills they need to learn and special rules they need to follow.
It’s important to remember that kindergarten, for many kids, is their first time away from mom or dad for more than a few hours. It’s the first time they'll be away from their friends for extended periods. It can be hard for them to adjust, but it doesn’t have to be! Here are some things you can do to help your child adjust to kindergarten:
• Visit the school before the school year starts so they know what to expect
• Let them know about their new teacher and what they'll be doing in kindergarten
• Bring in special items to help them feel at home
• Bring in snacks for the first few days to keep them happy
ABCs of Kindergarten
A is for Accountability
You'll want to talk to your child about the importance of taking responsibility when it comes to things they do in school. They need to learn to take ownership when they make mistakes because self-accountability is an important part of the learning process.
You should also talk about responsibility in terms of how your child can be responsible for their health and safety. This may include talking about the importance of not talking to strangers and how to use safewords if they get lost.
B is for Bullying
Bullying is a major concern in the world today, and it's one of the most important topics to discuss with your kids. You should talk to your child about the seriousness of bullying and what they should do if they're being bullied.
B is also for Building Friendships
In kindergarten, your child will be meeting a whole new bunch of kids. To get along with these new friends, your child must understand that everyone is different and has something different to share. Encourage your child to get to know new friends on a deeper level and learn about their interests.
C is for "Care" Words
One of the most important lessons you can give to your child.
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