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Kindergarten

Nonfiction Books in Kindergarten: Explore Features and Questions

Nonfiction books in kindergarten can begin with a question the child actually has. Choose an age-appropriate, reliable book about the topic and look at how it is organized. You do not need to read every page from beginning to…

Kindergarten

Story Clues and Inferences: Talk About Kindergarten Books

Kindergarten story inference means using clues to think beyond what is directly stated. Keep the distinction clear: the book may show a character looking at an empty chair, while the reader thinks they might miss someone. A…

Early Kindergarten

A Pre-K Portfolio: What to Notice in Work Samples

A pre-K portfolio can include drawings, dictated stories, photos and teacher notes. The value lies in the context around each sample: what the child intended, what support was available and what changed over time. A neat…

Early Kindergarten

From Pre-K to Summer Camp: Prepare for a Different Routine

A pre-K to summer camp transition can bring different activities, spaces and adults. Familiarize yourself with the actual plan before explaining it to your child. The word camp alone does not tell you the schedule or what…

Early Kindergarten

Jacket Practice Before Kindergarten: Make the Steps Visible

Jacket practice before kindergarten can make an everyday school routine more familiar. Choose a method that suits the child and the actual garment. A child may manage one jacket easily and need help with another, so practice…