Category: First Day

For Kindergarten and TK kids, I suggest parents  put a change of clothes in a gallon zip lock bag, label it with your child’s name and put it in the bottom of your child’s...

Not all schools handle supplies the same way. Some schools will send out a list for each grade level in the back to school packet or have the list online or in the front...

Backpacks are important and something your child will bring with them everyday . Here are a few suggestions: Make sure the backpack is big enough . Most kids will need a folder for mail...

I use metaphors often when I am explaining development to parents and to children. I love frogs so you may see frog references throughout my blog. I’ll share more about my special history with...

As you talk to your child about getting ready for Kindergarten , please make sure your child understands it is not a “one day deal”. ( like going to Disneyland for most of us...

I can’t speak for all Kindergarten teachers , I can only speak about what I feel at my school on the first day . I know there are schools that have Kindergarten classes in...

In anticipation of the first day of Kindergarten, parents please do not emphasize that you will miss your child while they are gone. Try to hold back your tears even if you have tears...