7 last minute things to do to prepare your child for starting school
Thereโs only a few days left of holidays. Hereโs our tried and tested, MUST do last minute things to do over the next few days to help ready your child for school.
๐ Use lunchboxes NOW - practise opening tricky containers and bottles.๐๐ฅ
๐ Practise self care - help your child take items of clothing off and put them back on (practise zips, buttons, velcro shoes). Practise bathroom hygiene too (wiping and washing) ๐ฉ๐ฆ
๐ Play date - have a one on one play date or go to the park / beach, where there are other children. Kids will learn to negotiate, share, take turns, get along with others and have fun! Exactly what will occur in the playground at school.
๐ Label feelings - talk about how youโre feeling and how others may be feeling. Help your child to notice others facial expressions and body language. This will help them socially and emotionally.
๐ When doing anything new or tricky, encourage your child to try a few times first before asking for help from others. This will help their independence and perseverance; which is also helpful when teachers and adults have their hands busy.
๐ Start to get back into a night routine that works for your family. One that is calming at the end of the day. Allow plenty of time to rest and recover!
๐ Download our free ABOUT ME PAGE to give to your childโs teacher. It will let them know of all the important things you need them to know about your child.
About the writer:
Lauren is a speech pathologist who has over 15 years experience working with children and teenagers who present with a range of learning and communication difficulties. Lauren is passionate about helping others and loves to find simple and creative ways to make learning fun!
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