Early preparation important for children starting kindergarten, educators say
For both parents and children, preparing for kindergarten can be daunting.
By the time young children are getting ready to turn 5 years old, parents have a plethora of choices and questions ahead of them regarding officially starting their child’s education.
Making the leap between preschool and kindergarten is a significant change, and children benefit from early preparation before that transition, said Julie Thumma of LifeSteps.
“When children transition (into kindergarten) successfully, they’re more likely to enjoy school and show continued academic growth,” Thumma said. “When their families are engaged early, they’re more likely to stay engaged.”
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