Friday, September 7, 2012

First Day Jitters - how to help your child



 Is your child starting at a new school or child care center?  Here at Joy Kids Learning Center we had several new children start this week. Below are some suggestions to help ease the transition for you and your child.

During the first few weeks of school, don’t be alarmed if your child:

  • Is shy and clings to you                                  
  • Is aggressive and won’t share
  • Hits and refuses to take turns
  • Tires or cries easily              
  • Won’t talk about their day              

These are all symptoms of stress and normal reactions to a new situation.  As your child becomes familiar with the routine and comfortable with the teachers, these behaviors will disappear.  As a parent, you can help your child through this time of transition by being sympathetic and supportive. The following are helpful ways in which transitioning can be made easier for the child, parent and staff members:

You can help by:

  • Letting your child stand back and watch. Observation is one way of participating.
  •  Allowing time for personal routines, a nourishing breakfast and a pleasant ride to school.
  • Having a cheerful and positive attitude as you say good-bye to your child.
  • Encourage discussion about school by asking specific questions.


REMEMBER
The more relaxed and happy you are the more relaxed and happy your child will be!

Our new Joy Kids friends!






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