School is an important stage for every child. No matter how well a preschooler counts, knows letters and reads by syllables, in a psycho-emotional state he may not be prepared. Therefore, in order for the school to be a joy, and not a burden, the baby must be prepared in a timely manner.
Determining school readiness
Children usually receive preschool education in kindergarten and much less often in families. By the age of seven, a child easily goes to get to know his peers, counts, reads, can serve himself. Most parents enroll kids in sports clubs and preschool schools in a year or two. Besides reading and writing, they learn a foreign language. And going to the first grade, such children have a fairly large amount of knowledge.
However, the level of knowledge does not in any way affect the psycho-emotional state of the child. Therefore, if, when the first of September approaches, the child increasingly begins to refuse food, be harmful, protest or withdraw into himself, he needs to be supported. During this difficult period for him, punishment can aggravate the situation. Both parents need to learn to control themselves, not to raise their voices and not scold the baby for unintentional misconduct. Try to become a friend and advisor for the child, to understand that he also has personal boundaries, an opinion. After all, it is the parents who have the responsibility to mentally prepare the child for school.
Tips for parents
1. Both parents need to learn how to properly respond to the child's emotions. Do not compare him with other children: “your friend doesn’t cry - he’s big”, “he knows how to do it - but you don’t.” The child may begin to lie to seem better or to close. To prevent this from happening, create a warm, trusting atmosphere in the family. Tell your child about your school years. What you feared but didn't really happen. Describe in detail in a positive way what a school is.
2. If you are one of those parents who consider school an unpleasant stage in life, then on a subconscious level the child will read this information. At least temporarily, you need to start thinking positively. This will help the role-playing "school". You can also go to school with your child, walk through its territory, go inside the building and meet the class teacher in advance.
3. School has a lot of responsibility. So that this does not come as a surprise for the child, he must be prepared in advance. A month before school, it is worth setting a regime. Waking up early and having lunch at certain times should become a daily routine. Often, already from the first grade, children donate money for meals on their own. Accordingly, the child should be able to handle small amounts of money. Here lies the danger that he may start spending money on soda and chocolates. And only a trusting relationship will help to avoid this. Therefore, if a child wants to tell you about his problems, take time, no matter how busy you are, to listen to him. Help with advice, action until the problem aggravates. This is the only way you can control it.
4. In addition to everything, for the child to be in a good emotional state, he needs to release stress during the day. A change of activity will help him in this. At the age of 5 - 7, children take an active interest in dancing, gymnastics, drawing, books. Develop his talents, go to class. In addition, outside of school, he will be able to develop social skills and increase self-esteem.
