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Show Page 10A South Edition Lakeside Review Wednesday, August 10, 1983 f A, ft v x v'!py f - V- f f't ajit ' n , ;1 1, - f i j f t! s , r ' r Jr - " A ' t I rff . ' 5. f- - i '$ Ui4f ' f if 4' 't frT ; , - i ,T uH 1 Get Child Ready for Kindergarten n; f By SHARON ri fk Review " -r J r, . t V Vj K r6 his parents will feel better, too. STEELE Correspondent First day at school: Sometimes the mother cries; sometimes the sobs; occasionally both are on the verge of tears, as the kindergarten door swings open, and the child takes his first steps into the world of formal education. But the path between home learning and schoolwork need not be through a corridor. There are many preparations a parent can make to tear-stain- ease ?; 4 it .v, Xf, 1 i ft 'i the kindergarten-age- d youngster's adjustment to a new role as an independent person in a group situation. Not only will the prepared child be more relaxed about entering school, but In the Davis County School District publication, Off to Kindergarten, parents are encouraged to praise and help their offspring to develop muscular skills and coordination at home, while offering them ample opportunity to socialize. What the schools can do with a child depends largely upon what the parents have done with him at home. Still, before implementing any of the school district guidelines for preparing children for kindergarten, parents are urged to observe a word of caution: True learning cannot be pre-scho- ol not to push or force the child. Kindergarten Readiness ActiviBe careful ties: Talk to your child about school as a happy place and the teacher as his friend. 2. Enjoy books with your child. 3. Provide many interesting experiences such as visits to a farm, library, airport, fire station, etc. 4. Provide opportunities for your child to play with other 1. tion by adults other than your- self. 8. Encourage himm to observe closely and listen carefully. 9. Provide him with simple comfortable clothing that he can remove, put on, and fasten with ease. 10. Mark all his clothes, shoes, and boots, with his name. 11. Walk with him to and from school several times, so .Occasionally leave your child with other adults. 6. Give him simple responsibilities and see that he carries them out. 7. Teach him to accept correc . Where does Davis County stand with SAT, ACT scores? 11A Discipline, a matter of self esteem. 12A he-kno- the the safest route. 12. Get his physical examina- children. 5. Inside tion and immunizations. 13. Teach him his full name, address, and phone number. 14. Listen to your 'child when he has something to say so that he can learn to express himself in a clear way. Study habitf . Prepare now for a bette educaticx 12A |
