ANTICIPATING THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL As your child’s first day of school approaches, you may have many feelings. If your child is enrolled in day care, your feelings may be slightly different than parents who have been home everyday with their children, but you will still feel a sense of pride and fear for your children. The first day of school can be a scary one for some children, but overall, it is very exciting for every one. Talking with your children before they enter kindergarten will help relieve some of their stress and yours. You should tell your child what to expect and how they should behave while in the classroom. You should explain why they are going to school and what the have to look forward to which includes friends, new teacher, different activities, recess, and more. Those who attend day care already understand some of these concepts, but you can explain the bus situation and where they will be going once they get on the bus.
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