Category Archives: Preparing for Kindergarten

Ready, Set, GO!…to Kindergarten that is!

Posted on August 12, 2013 by Paula D'Orazio

The “transition to kindergarten” – three little words, but they mean A LOT! Trust me. Been there; done that. Bought the t-shirt (literally)! The transition to kindergarten is a very exciting and eventful time for any family and is a … Continue reading →

Posted in Parenting, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Play, Growth & Development, Preparing for Kindergarten, Toddlers & Preschoolers with Special Needs | Tagged attachment and starting school, Full day kindergarten, JK, Play-based learning, Preparing for Kindergarten, ready for kindergarten, school, SK, special needs, starting school, Transition to kindergarten, Transition to school | 2 Comments

Hop on the walking school bus!

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Andrea Scott RN

So a couple of days ago I was on Twitter for HaltonParents, y’know, minding my own business, when I stumbled upon this CTV News report, that asks “Are we DRIVING our kids to unhealthy habits?” The report says, “Fewer kids … Continue reading →

Posted in Children & Tweens, Parenting, Parenting Your Child/Tween, Parenting Your Teen, Preparing for Kindergarten, Teens, Transition to High School | Tagged 2013 Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card, bike to school, community, developmental assets, drive to school, physical activity, Physical Health, safe neighbourhood, school, school health, walk to school, walking school bus | 2 Comments

Ready Set Go to Kindergarten: Social Development

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Paula D'Orazio

This post is the last of a 5-part series about getting your preschooler ready for Kindergarten. Be sure to check out Paula’s other top 10 tips for getting your preschooler off to a good start. “Mommy – wanna play with me?” I … Continue reading →

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Ready Set Go to Kindergarten: Emotional Maturity

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Paula D'Orazio

This post is one of a 5-part series about getting your preschooler ready for Kindergarten. Be sure to check out Paula’s other top 10 tips for getting your preschooler off to a good start. “I can’t do this – I … Continue reading →

Posted in Parenting, Parenting Your Toddler & Preschooler, Play, Growth & Development, Preparing for Kindergarten, Toddlers & Preschoolers | Tagged child, emotion, feelings, Mental Health, prepare, Preparing for Kindergarten, preschooler, ready, school, Services | 1 Comment

Ready Set Go to Kindergarten: Thinking and Learning

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Paula D'Orazio

This post is one of a 5-part series about preparing your preschooler for Kindergarten. Be sure to check out Paula’s other top 10 tips for getting your preschooler off to a good start. “What letter is that?” You anxiously await a response … Continue reading →