Seeing our children grow as they start kindergarten is both a joyful and exciting experience. Especially for 3-year-old children, the period of starting kindergarten or nursery is an important turning point in their lives. During this period, children make new friends, start learning and develop their independence. However, this process is fraught with difficulties for both children and parents. In this article, we will discuss what parents should pay attention to and how they should behave for children starting kindergarten and nursery. Read on to learn how you can help your child be successful and happy at this important stage.
Supporting Your Child's Success and Happiness
Preschool education institutions, which are a new experience for children in this period, can greatly contribute to their social, emotional and mental development. Here are some important points that parents should consider in this process:
- Be Prepared: Prepare yourself for this process before starting your child in kindergarten or nursery. This is important to make your child feel safe. Learn about the school's rules and policies and prepare the necessary documentation.
- Keep in Touch: Keep communication strong with your child. Listen to her feelings about going to school, try to understand her concerns and support her. Help him develop a positive attitude by telling him that school is a fun and educational place.
- Build the Breakup Process Slowly: Don't expect your child to spend long hours at school at first. Make it easier for your child to adjust to the new environment by starting the separation process slowly. You can start with short visits of a few hours.
- Create a Routine: Help your child have an organized school day by establishing morning and evening routines. This can help your child gain more confidence about going to school.
- Be Confident: Support your child's independence skills to increase his or her self-confidence. Give opportunities for him to do daily tasks on his own, such as putting on his shoes and hanging his jacket.
- Approach School in a Positive Way: Emphasize to your child that going to school is a fun and educational experience. Provide exciting opportunities to make friends, learn new things, and play games.
- Contact Teacher: Keep in regular contact with your child's teacher. Track his or her progress, participate in classroom activities, and support your child's experience at school.
- Provide Emotional Support: Your child may experience separation moments at school. During these periods, approach him/her with patience and love. Try to meet his emotional needs and empathize with him.
- Continue Learning at Home: While school is a great place for your child to learn, it is important to continue learning at home as well. Create learning opportunities at home, such as reading, art activities, and science experiments.
- Support Your Child: Let your child discover his talents and interests. Be a guide to his interests and support his potential.
The most common problems for children starting kindergarten:
1. Separation Anxiety: Many children experience separation anxiety when they start kindergarten or kindergarten. Being away from mom or dad can be scary for children. This may cause children to avoid going to school or cry.
2. Communication Difficulties: Children as young as 3 years old may have difficulty expressing their emotional needs and thoughts. This can lead to communication problems at school or daycare.
3. Social Challenges: Children who are new to school may have difficulty developing social skills when they meet other children for the first time. The process of acquiring skills such as sharing, learning to wait, and making friends can take time.
4. Second Language Difficulty: For some children, kindergarten or kindergarten may be their first experience learning in a second language. This can cause language barriers and comprehension difficulties.
5. Toilet Training: The toilet training process may continue during this period for some children. This can make going to school complicated.
6. Clock Control: Attending kindergarten or nursery regularly requires developing time management skills. Getting into the habit of waking up early in the morning and getting to school can be challenging for some children.
7. Emotional Challenges: Children may experience emotional difficulties from time to time while trying to adapt to a new environment. They may show anxiety, fear and even sadness, especially in the first weeks.
Kindergarten and nursery are the first steps in the education and development journey for children. It is of great importance for parents to support and guide their children during this period. Supporting emotionally, building confidence, and encouraging your child's independence skills will help make this process a success. Remember that every child is different and goes through this period at his own pace. By approaching it with patience and love, you can help your child get through this period in a positive way. Preschool and nursery can be an unforgettable start to your child's growth and learning journey and provide the foundation for his or her future success.
