How to Make Friends in Kindergarten
When a child is born, his parents have high hopes and dreams for his future. These dreams include good health, a college education and a positive sense of self. In order to accomplish the goals, parents encourage their children to enroll in activities early in life. Many parents schedule play dates when the child is six months old. Parents may feel pressure from society to encourage a busy schedule for their children, and socialization at an early age is not harmful to the child.
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When a child feels safe in their environment, they will blossom into secure adults. Discuss expectations about going to kindergarten with the child. Ask him about any fears or concerns he may have. Go to the library and check out books related to the topic.
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Encourage play time with other children to build a child's confidence. Obtain the class list prior to the start of the school year. Locate classmates that live nearby and set up play dates. Start early enough so that the children can build a rapport before school starts.
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Practice the alphabet, numbers and colors so the child does not feel left behind. Encourage reading as often as possible to improve the child's skills.
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Teach basic social skills to encourage appropriate behavior in the child. Model how to say hello, how to answer a question and how to make eye contact. Practice these skills daily to improve the child's confidence and ability.
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Tips & Warnings
Encourage open communication with the child so they feel comfortable sharing their feelings and concerns.
Not all children will fit in immediately. Be careful not to share your feelings of frustration with them as it can lessen their confidence.
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