Parents may also believe that the closeness they have experienced with their child will somehow be diminished. Introduce your child to the teacher if the opportunity arises. There is nothing more reassuring on that first day than seeing a familiar face. Involve your child in choosing and putting out clothes and shoes for the following day. Once school has started, you will want to add school-related items to the list of things to be located and organized the night before.
Children often enjoy having something new or special to wear the first day.
Set aside a time when you can shop together for school supplies. Read books together that have a first day of school theme. Your librarian or bookseller should be able to recommend appropriate titles. Encourage your child to express his thoughts and feelings about starting school. Be a good listener.