School Preparation
Preparing your child for preschool is an important milestone in their early education journey. It helps them build a strong foundation for future learning and fosters independence. Here are some steps to prepare your child for preschool:
1) Visit the Preschool: Before the first day, take your child to visit the preschool. Familiarize them with the environment, classrooms, and play areas. Meeting the teachers and staff can help ease anxiety.
2) Establish a Routine: Create a daily routine that includes waking up, meals, naps, and bedtime at consistent times. This will help your child adapt to the preschool schedule more easily.
3) Socialize: Encourage playdates or group activities with other children to help your child develop social skills and learn to interact with peers.
4) Practice Independence: Teach your child basic self-help skills like dressing themselves, using the restroom, and washing their hands. Preschools often expect children to do these tasks independently.
5) Read Together: Read books with your child regularly. Discuss the story, ask questions, and encourage them to describe what they see in the pictures. This promotes language development and a love for reading.
6) Explore Art and Creativity: Engage in art and craft activities at home. Let your child explore different materials, colors, and textures. This encourages creativity and fine motor skills.
7) Encourage Problem-Solving: Present your child with simple puzzles and problem-solving activities. This helps develop critical thinking skills.
8) Talk About Feelings: Discuss emotions with your child and encourage them to express their feelings. Preschool can be an emotionally charged experience, so it’s important for children to be able to communicate their emotions.
9) Play Pretend: Pretend play is an excellent way to boost imagination and social skills. Play house, doctor, or any other imaginative game together.
10) Introduce Basic Concepts: Teach basic concepts like colors, shapes, numbers, and letters through fun and interactive activities. Preschools often introduce these concepts early.
11) Visit the Library: Take trips to the local library to expose your child to a wide variety of books and storytelling events.
12) Promote Independence: Encourage your child to make choices, whether it’s picking out clothes or deciding which snack to have. This fosters decision-making skills.
13) Practice Listening: Help your child develop their listening skills by playing games like “Simon says” or listening to music and asking them to identify different sounds.
14) Build Fine Motor Skills: Activities like cutting with safety scissors, drawing, and playing with building blocks can help develop fine motor skills needed for writing.
15) Stay Positive: Maintain a positive attitude about preschool. Share stories about your own positive experiences, and remind your child of all the fun and exciting things they’ll get to do.
Remember that every child is unique and may progress at their own pace. Be patient and supportive as your child transitions to preschool. It’s a significant step in their development, and with the right preparation and encouragement, they’ll have a positive and enriching experience.
PReschool Activities
- Creative arts
- Science
- Mathematics
- Language and literacy development
- Social and emotional development
- Health and physical development
- Block center
- Arts and crafts
- Sensory play
- Circle time
- Music and movement
- Small group instruction
- Dramatic play
- Outside play
Get In Touch
Location: 5310 S 52nd St. Omaha, NE 68117
Telephone: (402) 731-7929
Email: [email protected]
School Hours: M-F: 6am - 5:30pm