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Parents,
Our role as the Church is to help support you spiritually, but another part of our role is to help emotionally, physically, and mentally. As the transition to Kindergarten soon approaches, we know you have lots on your mind. What school will they attend? Will they be okay? Will I be okay?
To help bring a little comfort, we have a brief video for you on 5 ways you can prepare your child for the transition. These quick tips offer some direction and, most likely, will inspire even more ideas!
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It is my privilege to join alongside you on this parenting journey. If you need anything or have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
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Subject Line: How to Help Your Preschooler Get Ready for Kindergarten
Dear Parents,
The day is soon approaching where you will take your little one for the first day of Kindergarten, a transition that marks the beginning of an adventure. As excited or afraid as they may be, they know they have someone there to support them. Well, we like to think of ourselves as your support team, and one of those ways we do so is with a quick video: 5 Ways to Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten. From ideas on bedtime to building confidence, you can find inspiration and courage in less than five minutes!
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https://vimeo.com/parentministry/review/565927258/62a96fe4ee
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The time is coming. Your baby is heading off to Kindergarten. It’s hard to believe it seems just like yesterday you were bringing them home from the hospital, and this brand new baby entered your life. And now, just a few years later, they’re about to head off to one of the biggest adventures they’ve been through yet. And as exciting as that is, it can also be a little scary. In today’s video, we give you five tips to help you and your little one transition from preschooler to kindergartener.
The first is to plan a kindergarten visit. One of the gifts you can give your son or daughter is a visual of what is to come, and it’s a gift to yourself as well. If the school allows, ask for a visit to the library, cafeteria, classroom, and more. This tour gives your child a glimpse into a more relaxed, less-intense environment where they can observe without the extra pressure. These interactions can ease the tension and allow it to be a lot more smooth on the first day.
The second is to establish the new “school” bedtime routine before school starts. When your son or daughter starts Kindergarten, they will need a consistent schedule to help them get ready for the big day. Decide the best routine for them and set it up at least a week before the big day, so they are prepared. For a little arts and crafts time, together write and draw out the schedule on the poster with lots of stickers and glitter. Hang the schedule near the bedtime area, so they can see it at any time.
The third is to prepare your son or daughter for time away from you. This moment may be the most time your child has ever spent apart from you, so it may be an adjustment. One way you can make it more smooth is to strategically plan outings the month before the big day where your Kindergartner spends some time apart from you. This practice gives them a chance to work the “muscle” they will need for the first day of Kindergarten.
The fourth step is to talk with your child from a place of confidence as the first day of Kindergarten approaches. Children reflect what they see in their parents, so share how you believe in them. Be specific in your examples. Pray with them and ask others you trust to speak to them as well. Say something like, “We see that you are growing up and are ready for Kindergarten. You are going to do a great job listening to your teacher because we see how you listen to us at home.” These messages are blessings to them that God has made them and prepared them for this moment. They give them confidence and help prepare them for this transition.
The fifth is a step just for you. The first few days after you drop off your kindergartener may be filled with all sorts of thoughts and emotions. It’s a moment that is worth savoring, so plan and schedule some time to pull away and document along with a little self-care. Some couples take off work and go to breakfast together. Moms or dad meet up for lunch and share stories. Others take a day trip to an art museum or the zoo to slowly take in the joy and sadness with worship and gratitude.
Just like all transitions, the transition to Kindergarten might be a little messy. It may be clumsy for you and your kindergartner. We encourage you to give both grace and space to work through this together. Kindergarten is a huge transition, but there’s so much more of the journey left to enjoy as a parent, so try to enjoy the moment as much as possible for this beautiful journey.