~Starting School~

 

We are looking forward to the beginning of your child’s enrollment at Kinder Haus. You may be wondering, “What can I do to make his/her transition as smooth as possible?” We have put together a few suggestions that may be of help to you:

 

Provide your child with opportunities to separate from you, if they have not previously been in child-care settings.

Encourage ability to nap (go to sleep) without parent. It will help to get your child’s schedule regulated so that he/she will be used to waking up, eating breakfast and dressing at the same time he/she when attending school. Although sleep needs vary, by observing your child’s temperament in the mornings you can adjust bedtime accordingly. If a child is cross and does not eat well before coming they are not likely to be happy (twelve hours per night is recommended by Dr. Morris Fishbein,) The New Illustrated Medical and Health Encyclopedia.

At Kinder Haus he/she will receive a snack about 9:00am and lunch will be about 11:30-11:45 am. Is this compatible with his/her current routine? Toddlers snack: 9:00am and have lunch around 11:00-11:15 am.

Please see Phase-In Policy. Your child’s teacher will schedule this.

Drive by frequently, if possible, to let your child see his/her “new school”. Talk about the playground, etc…

Provide clothing that is EASY for your child to pull up or down while toileting so he/she is not frustrated. For ease in diapering, please use clothing width snap bottoms.

If your child is potty trained, teach your child to go to potty alone while at home, so they do not associate toileting with you being there. Shew him/her how to use toilet paper and how to properly wipe. Encourage him/her to flush toilet. (put seat up & down - boys). Please insist upon hand washing EVERYTIME your child uses the bathroom. This is a most important factor in keeping germs from spreading from child to child.

Hand washing before eating and eating seated at a table are good habits to encourage.

To help your child develop “good listening ears”, “give simple directions at home, i.e., “Please stay seated until you are excused,” or “Please put this toy back on the shelf now”.

These steps fall into five main categories: Separation skills, Routine (which provides proper rest and food), Preparation for new environment. Toilet Training and Following Directions.

Click here to view Steps to Smooth Bed and Naptimes