Raising considerate and responsible citizens is a job that starts early. When kids enter school, it is the time when their personalities will really begin to develop and the lessons that they’ve learned can start to shine through. Thus, one large part of kindergarten prep is simply getting your child ready for the social aspect […]
8 Important Social Skills For Kindergarten Prep
Preparing for that first year of school can be one of the most important things you do with your child. Although basic scholastic skills are necessary for kindergarten readiness, social skills are just as important as your child will have daily interactions, both positive and negative, with peers. The following eight kindergarten prep skills can help […]
Social And Emotional Learning In Early Education
Last week on the blog we discussed IQ (Intelligence Quotient) vs EQ (Emotional Quotient or Emotional Intelligence) and which is a better indicator of future success. The truth is that both have some bearing (read the full article here) on how successful someone will be. Since many people are unfamiliar with Emotional Intelligence, let’s dive deeper into […]
Kindergarten Readiness: Preparing Your Child Socially
When you think of kindergarten readiness, does your mind immediately jump to academics? “My child knows the alphabet and can count to 100. He’s ready for school!” As important as academic readiness is for a child entering kindergarten, it’s not the only thing that matters, nor is it the only thing that should be taken […]
What’s So Important About Pretend Play?
I’m sitting at a corner booth in an otherwise deserted restaurant. I pass off the lack of customers on the fact that it’s mid-afternoon instead of dwelling on other possibilities, like hairs in the food or multiple reports of food poisoning. A petite, blonde waitress approaches, carrying a mug of coffee in one hand and a plate with […]
