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To The Core: An Education Podcast For Parents

Episode 9: What Does My Child Really Need to Know Before Kindergarten?

October 26, 2021 • Dr. Megan Allen, NBCT

What do our kids need to know before they start Kindergarten? And should we worry if they don't know the alphabet or their letters yet? These are some of the questions we'll tackle today with our guest, early childhood educator Danielle Goua.

Dani is a teacher in DC Public Schools who has worked with prekindergarten, Head Start, Kindergarten, and first-grade students. She is a passionate educator who loves young kids and shares some heartfelt and practical advice for parents!

Dani will share with us:

What we should do if our kids are "behind,"
The value of play and fun in learning,
How to build literacy skills with our young children at home.

And there are resources, folks! Please check out:

An example of an early literacy calendar for October: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/459085755761774448/
Games to Improve Word-Solving Skills at https://thecommunityclassroom.com/reading-tips/games-to-improve-word-solving-skills/
5 Signs Your Child Needs Help With Reading at https://thecommunityclassroom.com/reading-tips/does-my-child-need-reading-help/

If there is a way that we can serve you through our academic coaching, virtual or in-person (western Massachusetts) tutoring, or parent services at The Community Classroom, please visit www.thecommunityclassroom.com or email info@thecommunityclasssroom.