Parenting Tips: The summer holidays are over and the new academic year is about to begin. Many children are about to enter school life for the first time. But simply enrolling children in school is not enough. They should be prepared accordingly.
Cultivate the habit of friendly association
Children who spend a lot of time at home have the feeling that all their toys and things are theirs. But he has to be with other children in school. That is why it is better to teach the habit of sharing and playing together early. Things like swapping toys, sharing small things with friends, playing games together should be practiced at home. Doing this will make it easier to make new friends at school. Loneliness also decreases.
Create a positive impression on the school and teachers
Many parents scare their children by saying “I will tell the teacher” if they misbehave. This increases negative feelings towards school in children. Instead it should be said that a teacher is a person who helps, a good guide who teaches new things. In school, they should also be taught to speak clearly and ask when they need something. Children will be more confident if they have the habit of saying boldly whether they want water or going to the toilet.
Get used to school timings early
Children’s sleeping and eating habits change during holidays. That is why it is better to get used to the new routine at least a week before the start of school. Tasks such as getting up at a fixed time in the morning, feeding tiffin and wearing uniform should be done regularly. As a result, the children will not be bothered by the suddenly changed conditions after the start of school. It is also useful to teach small tasks like putting on shoes and preparing a bag.
Teach them to do small tasks by themselves
Teacher help may not be available for every small task in school. That is why children should be taught to do things like opening the lunch box, removing the lid of the water bottle, and taking out the items from the bag. It’s also a good idea to put some of their favorite snacks or a small surprise in the lunch box. This will reduce some of the anxiety caused by memories of home while at school. Interest in school also increases.
Be patient in the early days
It is common for children to cry, not eat lunch, and dirty uniforms in the first days of school. These should not be seen as a major problem. Remember that they are in the process of getting used to a new environment. After a few days, most children naturally get used to school. Parents should encourage their children not to worry at this time.
Instructions that parents must keep in mind
* Write name, phone number on child’s bag, water bottle, lunch box.
* Keep extra clothes in the bag.
* Inform teachers in advance if you have any allergies or health problems.
* Listen to the children’s experiences after they come home from school.
* Talk about school in a positive way.
School is the first step in a child’s life. If parents prepare properly, children can move forward happily and confidently in the new environment.
