In her article on the 3 S\u2019s of Preschool, Tracy Rasmussen identifies three skills important to a child\u2019s functioning in preschool: Self-care, Sitting Still and Sharing. These are not academic subjects; these are life skills that help a child fit in, get on with other children and do well in a new environment.<\/p>\n
Ms. Rasmussen suggests practicing with your child by having him or her sit for short periods of time at home such as when having a snack or being told a story. Story time is a good time to introduce sitting in a circle.<\/p>\n
Play dates are a good way for children to practice sharing. If children have older siblings, they are used to the idea of having to share\u2026they may not like it, but it is not a new concept for them.\u00a0 Only children often are not faced with sharing on a regular basis until school. Time in the playground, park or frequent play dates is where they can practice sharing.<\/p>\n
Self care, especially being able to put on one\u2019s coat, jacket or sweater without assistance, is a tremendous help to the teacher, as well as giving a child a sense of independence. When a teacher has to help most of the children in the class with their clothing that cuts into teaching time and\u00a0 play time as well.<\/p>\n
To read Ms. Rasmussen\u2019s article in its entirety, please visit:<\/p>\n