Let your child talk to you about his or her fears and feelings. Tell your child that everything will be all right. Do all you can to help your child feel happy and confident about school. Work out problems. Let the teacher know your concerns.
Teachers care about how children and parents feel.
Start each school day right. Children in kindergarten and first grade usually need 10-12 hours of sleep each night. Meals should be nutritious and unhurried. Give your child a variety of healthy foods each day. Avoid junk foods.