There is a lot you can do to make the transition to kindergarten enjoyable. Making Friends with the School. Attend kindergarten orientation together, taking the opportunity to tour the school and meet the principal and teachers. Take your child to play on the school's playground after school, on weekends, and during the summer. Learning Social Skills.
Sharing is a regular part of the day in kindergarten.
Help your child learn to take turns by sharing toys, crayons, and games with friends and family members. Listening is Important. Looking at the person who's talking to you is more than good manners when it's the teacher who's doing the talking. Loosening the Apron Strings. If your child isn't already attending preschool or day care, look for ways for them to spend some time apart from you.