A smooth transition to kindergarten is an essential part of a
child's early academic experience--and now there's a how-to
handbook with field-tested methods to help schools and programs
make it happen. Perfect for preschool and kindergarten teachers,
administrators, and family support specialists, this practical
guide is built around a model that has been adopted in many diverse
schools and communities. Step by step, the book helps professionals
and caregivers
- Develop a solid transition plan. Readers will learn how to form
a collaborative team; foster strong social connections among
children, families, and professionals; create a menu of transition
activities that can be tailored to each child's needs; and
establish a timeline for putting the transition plan into
action.
- Implement the plan. Readers will discover how to anticipate
barriers; keep families involved; and conduct ongoing assessment,
evaluation, and revision of transition activities. Appendices
include photocopiable forms such as brainstorming sheets, parent
interview forms, timeline worksheets, and questionnaires for
teachers, principals, and family workers.
- Stay motivated and inspired. Readers will learn from the
experience of others with insight from real families, educators,
and school personnel, plus sample menus of activities they can use
in their own homes and classrooms.
A must-read for everyone involved in early education, this hands-on
resource can help make the transition to kindergarten smoother--for
young children and the professionals and families who care about
them.
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