Starting School. The BIG DAY
Shiny new shoes – how to prepare yourself (and your child) for school! From the moment you play peek-a-boo with your baby, you are preparing them for the process of moving away from you and learning about independence. Separation can be a difficult emotion not only for you as a parent but also for your […]
A quick and practical tip to reassure your child.
When I was a Deputy Head teacher I taught 35 Reception aged children (4-5 year olds) and I saw a Mum do this wonderfully simple, but really reassuring thing at the door of my classroom one day, which I have often told people about since. Before saying goodbye, kiss your child’s hand & tell them to put the kiss in their […]