READY...
• Read with your child daily. Talk about the story and pictures. For suggestions, see our reading list.
• Find books about going to kindergarten and riding the school bus.Your librarian can help you choose.
• Choose a "letter of the day" and have your child think of words that start with that sound.
• Have fun with numbers: Count trucks as you drive, or play games that involve counting.
• Give your child simple responsibilities at home.
• Visit places like the Shaker Library, Nature Center, Family Center, museums, and the zoo.
• Visit the playground at the school your child will attend.
SET...
By fall, your child should be able to:
• Give his or her full name as well as the names of parents/guardians.
• Remember his or her address and phone number.
• Dress, zip, button clothes, put on boots, and tie laces.
• Use the restroom independently and remember to wash hands.
• Listen to and follow simple directions.
• Play cooperatively with other children.
• Recognize his or her own name in print.
• Count to 10 and recognize colors, shapes, numbers, and letters of the alphabet.
GO!
Make your registration appointment today. Call the Registrar's Office at (216) 295-4321 or e-mail Glo Morris.