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Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?
Written by Shelly Gilmore, CDE Home-Based Supervisor/Transition Coordinator
Head Start/Early Head Start of Fayette County
Parents hear a lot about school readiness, but what does it really mean and how do you know if your child is really ready?
Being “ready” for Kindergarten means, quite simply, that your child is able to learn what will be taught in the kindergarten that he/she will attend, and can function comfortably with teachers and other children in that setting. When parents think about kindergarten readiness, they sometimes focus too much on academics, but the skills that define readiness are much broader than knowing letters, numbers, and how to count. To be ready for kindergarten, a child needs to have a positive attitude toward starting school, some understanding of why he is there, and be receptive to learning new things and making new friends.
Here is a checklist that can guide you in preparing your child for school. It’s best to look at the items included as goals. They should be done, as much as possible, through everyday life or by fun activities you’ve planned with your child. If your child lags behind in some areas, don’t worry. Remember that all children are unique. They grow and develop at different rates.
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