Get your preschooler ready for their first day of school with these 8 simple tricks: practice name writing, teach them how to wipe themselves, make coat flipping easier, use elastic ribbon for slip-on shoes, label shoes with tape, use a key ring to help with fastening, make bracelets for reassurance, and teach proper hand washing techniques.
- Practice name writing over the summer
- Teach how to wipe using a game
- Make coat flipping easier with a simple trick
- Use elastic ribbon for slip-on shoes
- Label shoes with tape to help with left and right
- Use a key ring to make fastening easier
- Make bracelets for reassurance on the first day
Key Insights
- Practice name writing over the summer helps preschoolers feel more confident and prepared for school.
- Teaching preschoolers how to wipe themselves using a game can improve coordination and independence.
- The coat flipping trick can make it easier for preschoolers to put on their own coats. - Using elastic ribbon for slip-on shoes eliminates the need for tying laces, making it more convenient for preschoolers.
- Labeling shoes with tape helps preschoolers differentiate between left and right.
- Using a key ring makes it easier for little fingers to fasten zippers and buckles.
- Making bracelets for reassurance can help alleviate nervousness and create a sense of strength and bravery on the first day of school.
