Helping Your Child Feel Confident and Independent for Their First Day

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Practical Kindergarten Readiness Tips

1. Practice Opening and Closing Lunchboxes

Let your child try opening containers and lunch bags at home to build fine motor skills and independence.

2. Use Bathroom Independently

Encourage handwashing, managing clothes, and wiping without help.

3. Put on and Take Off Jackets and Shoes

Practice dressing skills so your child can handle these without assistance.

4. Learn Basic Social Skills

Role-play greetings, asking for help, and saying “please” and “thank you.”

5. Follow Simple Instructions

Play games with two-step directions like “Pick up your toy and bring it here.”

6. Build Confidence Saying Goodbye

Practice short, positive goodbyes to ease separation anxiety at school drop-off.

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