Parents
Kindergarten Readiness Starts When Your Child is Born
Each of the letters in the word PREPARED stands for a skill that should be practiced with your child before Kindergarten. Click on the links below for ideas, activities, interactive websites, and local resources.
Print name with a capital letter
Teach a child to write their name
Writing activities
Read, read, read
Tips, Tricks and stories
Reading tips
Birchard Public Library
Engage in meaningful/detailed conversation
How to talk to your kids
Conversation starters
Practice using pencil and scissors
Fun activities
Practice fine motor skills
Crafts
Always remember the basics (letters, numbers, shapes, and colors)
Are they ready?
Ohio Department of Education Parents Page
Rhyming word practice
Nursery rhymes
Fun with rhyming
Encourage your child to use their imagination
Imaginative play ideas
Fun pretend play
Grandparent Center
Dedicate time every day for physical activity and social opportunities
Social skills activities
Staying fit
Fremont Recreation Center
Other Resources
Ohio Department of Education Early Learning Topics
Early Childhood Internet Links for Parents Grandparents Caregivers
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