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Being Socially and Emotionally Ready for Kindergarten. Kindergarten Here I Come!!!. Introduction to Student Services. Katherine O’Connor Oden - School Counselor Bonnie Mulfinger – School Social Worker Kristen Johnson – School Psychologist.
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Being Socially and Emotionally Ready for Kindergarten Kindergarten Here I Come!!!
Introduction to Student Services • Katherine O’Connor Oden - School Counselor • Bonnie Mulfinger – School Social Worker • Kristen Johnson – School Psychologist
Readiness Checklist for Social and Emotional Maturity • Is your child able to wait somewhat patiently (3-4 minutes) for your help? • Does your child verbalize different feelings? • Is your child able to accept a change in plans? • Is your child able to share, compromise, turn-take and problem solve during play with other children? • Does your child comply with rules, limits, and routines? • Is your child able to accept help without becoming upset? • Does your child respect the feelings of others? • Does your child understand cause/ effect situations?
Tips to encourage social/emotional growth • Provide opportunities for your child to play with other children. • Role play different scenarios that may occur during play with your child. • Describe to your child ways of solving disagreements with others. • Let your child know that all feelings are okay.