It's hard to believe that kids are going back to school so soon! So here's some great way s to help your child succeed this year, advice from teachers and child development pro's from across the country.
Attend back-to-school night or take your child on a tour of the school and the classroom they'll be attending. It helps to reduce anxiety in kids on the first day of school.
Introduce yourself to the teacher. The most important thing you can do is be engaged in your child's education. When you build partnerships with teachers, administrators and other parents, your child reaps the benefits, from improved grades to stronger self-esteem."
Keep the learning going outside the classroom.
Build up your child's self-esteem. Praise your child's efforts, listen when they talk, celebrate their creativity, applaud good behavior, leave notes of encouragement in their backpack and make every effort to build confidence.
Establish a school routine. A week or so before the first day of school, start getting your children used to the upcoming weekday schedule with earlier bedtimes and more consistency in the evening routines. Start keeping all routine items—like the child's backpack and shoes—in the same location so there's no panic over misplaced items, and set up a station where your child can put all important papers, notices, letters, tests and permission slips once school starts. Doing this now will help your child feel more prepared and confident when the first day rolls around.
Set realistic expectations. Every parent wants their child to succeed, but setting your expectations too high can be detrimental to your child. When children are pushed beyond what they're ready for, they lose confidence in themselves and become afraid to take risks.
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