Preparing for school
Over the summer there are a few things you might like to do to help your child settle into school, such as:
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Encourage them to put on/ take off their own coats and do the fastenings. (Velcro fastenings would be good.)
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Dress and undress independently, this includes putting on or taking off shoes
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Share toys and games
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Respecting and taking care of books and toys
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Going to the toilet independently and washing their hands. (boys urinals)
- Playing simple board games, to get them used to counting.
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Encourage them to tidy away toys after they have finished.
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Teach your child names of basic colours
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Counting every day objects. (Magnetic numbers on fridge)
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Singing nursery rhymes and simple counting songs
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Sharing a book or story with them
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Helping them with pencil/scissor control. Colouring in or how to hold a pair of scissors
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You could also help them to start to write or recognising their name
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Also help your child to pack/unpack their own lunch box as this will be expected at school