As parents, we celebrate our children’s unique personalities. Some children walk into a room and immediately start making friends. Others stay close to Mom or Dad, quietly observing before joining in. If your child is shy, you may have found yourself wondering: “Will they make friends?” “Will they speak up when they need help?” “Will…
As parents, it’s natural to wonder whether your child is getting enough academic preparation before kindergarten. You might watch your preschooler building towers, pretending to run a grocery store, digging in sensory bins, or playing dress-up and think: “This is fun, but are they actually learning?” The answer is yes—more than many parents realize. Play…
For some parents, the first day of preschool brings excitement. For others, it brings a knot in their stomach. You may be wondering: “My child has never been away from me. Are they really ready for preschool?” Maybe your child has always been cared for by family. Maybe you’ve spent nearly every day together since…
Parents rarely say it out loud, but many carry the same worry: “Is my child ready?” Maybe your child still struggles to sit still during story time. Maybe they don’t recognize letters yet. Maybe they have big emotions, need help sharing, or seem less independent than other children their age. If you’ve ever found yourself…
The Question Most Parents Don’t Say Out Loud You expect to wonder whether your child is ready for preschool. Will they listen to their teacher? Will they make friends? Will they be able to follow directions? But there’s another question many parents quietly ask themselves: Am I ready? For many families, preschool is the first…