Talking to Your Child About School Summary and Ideas That Can Help
In Episode 8 on my podcast, I discussed why it was important to have lots of small talks with your child about what school is and how you can do it effectively. I discussed the different parts of school you can talk to your child about, what the day will look like, any anxieties or fears your child may have and much more. I also provided a how-to-guide to get you started with your talks. Where to start the discussion with your child about school? 1 - Demystify the New Environment by Explaining the New Environment The classroom Talk to your child about how they will be going to a room usually called their “classroom”. In the classroom they will either have their own little desk or be sitting at a table with other students. Their classroom will have different areas dedicated to different activities such as reading, art, and sensory play. Their classroom might have bright colors, child-friendly furniture, and accessible materials. There might be visual schedules and label...