Some children, especially those who haven't spent time in preschool or daycare spending the school day on their own with a crowd of other children is a big emotional transition.
To make the transition go as smooth as possible parents most teach their children to foster emotional independence. To help her gradually develop the necessary sense of self-mastery, give her plenty of opportunities to b more independent with task's you know she can handle. Gradually she'll develop self-regulatory behaviours- taking care of herself in bathroom or blowing her nose. To some more subjective, like handling her emotions in appropriate ways and treating other children with respect.
It is a good idea to get your child used to being away from you for specific periods of time before beginning school- for your sake as will as hers.
SOME IDEAS
-Arrange play dates at your home with one other child and let them interact without your direct supervision;keep a discreet eye on them . Increase the number of children gradually to four or five.
-Look for playgroups in your community or start one. This is a great way to teach them to interact with other children and some adult conversation for you.
-Check your local library, most have story hours.
-Enroll her in a claa-gymnastic's, dance or art.
-Hire a regular babysitter and set up a consistent schedule. If your child knows that you will return when you say you will, she will become comfortable with your absence.
As time goes by she will grow more confident and comfortable in situations that require increasing amounts of independence. One of the most important things is to constantly reinforce and nurture your child's self-esteem, so she can develop self-confidence. The more confidence your child has in herself, the more confortable she will be in making the transition. |