There’s no denying it: Preschool is scary. For both parents and children. The first day of preschool can be full of nerves and tears, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are some tips for making your child’s first day as easy as possible.
Prepare your child for the transition. Talk to them about what preschool is like and how they’ll be spending their days there. If possible, have them visit the classroom before the first day of school so they can get a feel for what it’s like. This will help them to know what to expect on their first day and reduce any anxiety they may have about going to school.
Have them pack their lunch and snacks for the first day. Have your child bring in a lunch with them to introduce the idea of eating at school. If they’re old enough, have them pack their own lunch and snacks so they feel like they are contributing to the process of going to school.
Have your child wear their favorite outfit. Have your child wear their favorite outfit on the first day of school. This will help to make it feel like a special occasion and help them get excited about starting preschool.
Make sure that your child gets enough sleep in the days leading up to their first day of school. Try to set a bedtime routine so they know when it is time for lights out, and make sure that they get at least 10 hours of sleep per night. This will help them feel refreshed when they go to class!
Make sure they have all the supplies they need. This includes things like crayons, pencils, markers, and glue sticks. You may also want to include something to keep them entertained on their way to school or during snack time—a small toy or book is a good idea.
Take them to school early so they can meet the teachers and get comfortable with the environment before everyone else arrives. And try not to be too emotional when dropping your child off at school; remember that this is just another step in their development, and they’ll be fine.
The truth is, when they start preschool, they’ll be spending a lot more time with their teachers and other kids than they do now—but that doesn’t mean they won’t still need your attention!
It’s important that you find ways to spend time together and keep up with the little things that make them who they are. If that means playing hide-and-seek in your house every day or taking them on long walks through the park, then do it! Just make sure it happens as often as possible so that your child knows how much you love them and want to spend time with them.
