Do you realize that as a parent, you are your child's first teacher?! This is at once a challenge and a beautiful thing. As children enter school, parents must understand that teachers do not have all of the answers and in fact we, teachers, rely on parents to a large extent to assist us in ensuring your child is successful. This is especially true during those crucial early childhood years.
In a previous blog entry, I addressed the importance of reading to and with your child during those vital early years. Did you know that incorporating daily routines involving reading can enhance your child's ability to concentrate and increase his academic discipline? Initially, toddlers may squirm and lack focus. He may be easily distracted. Over time though, he will learn to sit and listen as you read a book in its entirety. Along with reading comprehension comes a stronger self-discipline, an increased attention span and improved memory retention. All of these attributes will impact your child positively when he enters school.
Being a teacher is a phenomenal honor and an enormous responsibility. Being your child's FIRST teacher is the best gift that you can give your child. His kindergarten teacher will thank you! Happy Reading!
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