19/04/2024
An interesting read.
Many Early Childhood educators, parents and carers will start to think about children starting school in September. Keen to ensure that children are ‘school ready.
But what does school readiness really mean? 🤔
There is a societal misconception that children need to write their names before starting big school. It’s OK we recognise it can be an anxious time and many parents feel the pressure to get children ahead quicker, faster, sooner. We get it ! 🥰
But let us help take the pressure off.
Let us debunk the misconceptions and share the science behind it all
Child development 🙌🏼❤️
Did you know ? School readiness isn't about a child being able to copy or trace their name.📝
Children need to develop gross and fine motor skills first. They need to develop core strength, shoulder stability, dexterity and coordination. Crossing the midline, hand eye coordination and pivotal joint development.
Their little hands are not physically ready to engage in formal handwriting, copying letters or tracing over dotted lines. Let’s take the pressure off and understand what skills children will really need when they start school.
This week, we are excited to release Magazine 3 of our School readiness series. This week we are focusing on FINE MOTOR skills.
Sharing further insight into child development. We explore the stages of pencil grip and delve into the physical aspects of children's hands.
Want to learn WHY we shouldn’t push formal handwriting too early and discover HOW to support children instead as they transition to school instead.🙌🏼
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Share these with parents and caregivers, send them via email to prepare for the transition to ‘big’ school.
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