Erica Yager
·24d agoHow to Prepare Kindergarteners for 1st GradeErica Yager
Hey everyone! I recently sent out a newsletter to our faculty and my students' parents, and I thought I'd share it here as well. Hope you find it a helpful guide to ensure your students (or your own child) are ready. 😊
Skills to work on for a Smooth transition to 1st Grade
1. Strong Number Sense
- Counting forward & backward (1-20, ideally to 100)
- Recognizing and writing numbers to 20
- Understanding basic addition & subtraction within 10
- Using ten frames and number lines
2. Early Reading Skills
- Recognizing and writing all letters (upper & lowercase)
- Knowing letter sounds and beginning to blend CVC words (cat, dog, sun)
- Recognizing at least 20 sight words
- Understanding basic punctuation (capital letters, periods)
3. Fine Motor & Writing Readiness
- Holding a pencil correctly
- Writing first and last name with correct letter formation
- Cutting with scissors & using glue properly
4. Listening & Following Directions
- Following multi-step directions
- Listening to a short story and answering questions
- Sitting for short periods & staying on task
5. Social & Emotional Skills
- Taking turns and sharing
- Expressing feelings with words
- Asking for help when needed
How Can You Help at Home or in the Classroom?
- Keep learning fun, don’t overdo it or get stuck on one thing for too long!
- Read every day & talk about books
- Encourage your kids to become independent in small tasks (zipping jackets, opening lunchboxes)
Wishing everyone a smooth and exciting transition! 😃
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