An Award-Winning Teacher's Plan to Prepare Your Child for School

Ready for Kindergarten: An Award-Winning Teacher's Plan to Prepare Your Child for School

by Sharon Wilkins

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1375 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	176 pages

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As an award-winning teacher with over 20 years of experience, I have developed a comprehensive plan to help prepare your child for school. This plan is based on the latest research on early childhood education and development, and it has been proven to help children succeed in school and beyond.

The Importance of School Readiness

School readiness is the set of skills and knowledge that children need to be successful in kindergarten and beyond. These skills include:

• Cognitive skills, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and language development
• Social skills, such as cooperation, communication, and self-regulation
• Physical skills, such as fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and coordination

Children who are not school-ready are more likely to struggle in school. They may have difficulty keeping up with their peers, and they may be more likely to drop out of school. School readiness is also important for children's long-term success. Children who are school-ready are more likely to succeed in college and careers.

My Award-Winning Plan for School Readiness

My award-winning plan for school readiness is based on the following principles:

• Start early. The sooner you start preparing your child for school, the better. Even infants and toddlers can benefit from activities that promote school readiness.
• Make learning fun. Children learn best when they are having fun. Incorporate play and games into your school readiness activities.
• Be patient and consistent. Learning takes time. Be patient with your child, and be consistent with your school readiness activities.

My plan includes a variety of activities that promote school readiness skills. These activities are divided into three categories: cognitive, social, and physical.

Cognitive Activities

Cognitive activities help children develop problem-solving, critical thinking, and language development skills. Some examples of cognitive activities include:

• Reading to your child
• Playing games that require problem-solving, such as puzzles and board games
• Encouraging your child to ask questions
• Talking to your child about new concepts and ideas

Social Activities

Social activities help children develop cooperation, communication, and self-regulation skills. Some examples of social activities include:

• Playing with other children
• Participating in group activities, such as sports or clubs
• Talking to your child about their feelings
• Helping your child to resolve conflicts peacefully

Physical Activities

Physical activities help children develop fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and coordination. Some examples of physical activities include:

• Playing outdoor games
• ng arts and crafts
• Taking your child to the park
• Encouraging your child to participate in physical activities, such as sports or dancing

How to Use My Plan

You can use my plan to prepare your child for school by following these steps:

1. Start with the activities that your child is most interested in. This will help to keep them engaged and motivated.
2. Incorporate the activities into your daily routine. This will help your child to learn without even realizing it.
3. Be patient and consistent. Learning takes time. Be patient with your child, and be consistent with the activities.
4. Have fun! Learning should be enjoyable for both you and your child.

Preparing your child for school is one of the most important things you can do for their future success. By following my award-winning plan, you can help your child develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.

Ready for Kindergarten: An Award-Winning Teacher's Plan to Prepare Your Child for School

by Sharon Wilkins

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1375 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	176 pages

FREE