It’s the moment everyone has been waiting for. As a parent, you’ve been waiting for your kiddo to spend some time at school and foster their independence. And for your student, well, they’re excited to have different learning opportunities, and of course, make new friends.
You’ve practiced all the basics like their colors, ABCs, and 123s, but what do our kids really need to be prepared for kindergarten? While academics are important, there is so much more than just book lessons to be learned this first year; there’s a lot of social and emotional growth occurring as well as not forgetting to just have fun. We’ll help you break all of the elements down and share some tips on how to prepare your child for kindergarten.
Books and activities: All the things for kindergarten success
Fun kindergarten lunch ideas and supplies they really need
Last but not least, an equally important part of getting your kids ready for kindergarten is taking a look at the supplies they’ll need to succeed and lunches to power them through their days.
Your local school will most likely email out supply lists. Sometimes, they may also be available at your Target or Walmart. But don’t forget to check in with their teacher. Sometimes there are a few things the classroom needs in bulk, like tissues or nut-free snacks, which you may be asked to donate.
And when it comes to balanced lunches, less is more — trust us, you don’t have to cook them a gourmet meal. Get your kiddo a compartmentalized lunch box and let them go to town. Give them fruit, veggie, grain, and protein options, and let them mix and match their favorite.
