Ensure young learners transition to kindergarten successfully This tool kit is an ideal planning resource for early childhood professionals as they coordinate a successful transition to kindergarten that benefits children, their families, and schools. Using an anti-bias lens throughout, this updated edition incorporates current best practices in the field while also considering the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on kindergarten readiness. Filled with information, advice, and activities, Ready for Kindergarten includes discussion questions, reproducible checklists, and assessment and…mehr
Ensure young learners transition to kindergarten successfully This tool kit is an ideal planning resource for early childhood professionals as they coordinate a successful transition to kindergarten that benefits children, their families, and schools. Using an anti-bias lens throughout, this updated edition incorporates current best practices in the field while also considering the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on kindergarten readiness. Filled with information, advice, and activities, Ready for Kindergarten includes discussion questions, reproducible checklists, and assessment and planning templates to help you prepare children for the transition to kindergarten.
Angèle Sancho Passe, MA, is an early childhood education consultant and instructor with more than 30 years of experience and an expert in working with programs to develop kindergarten readiness plans and teach dual-language learners. She is a frequent presenter at conferences and a member of the governing board for the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Angèle is the author of Evaluating and Supporting Early Childhood Teachers, Dual-Language Learners, and Early Childhood Leadership and Program Management. She holds a bachelor's degree in child psychology and family social science and a master's degree in family education.
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Acknowledgments Preface to the Second Edition Beyond the Pandemic Emerging Trends Introduction This Book Is for You Information and Practical Advice How the Book Is Organized Chapter 1: Children Ready for School, Schools Ready for Children and Families The Concept of School Readiness for Children The School Readiness Road The Role of Language and Literacy in School Readiness Early Learning Standards and Indicators of Progress Play and Learning Standards Equity in Learning for Children in the Twenty-First Century The Concept of Ready Schools Ready Schools Need Ready Personnel Education Is a Complex Professional Field Families’ Hopes and Anxieties Family-School Partnerships Are a Special Effort Educators as Cultural Guides Discussion Starters Chapter 2: Kindergarten in the Twenty-First Century A Brief History of Kindergarten The Philosophical Foundation for the American Kindergarten The Reality of Current Kindergartens New Academic Pressures Full-Day versus Half-Day Kindergarten Kindergarten as the Bridge between Preschool and Elementary School The Impact of Home on School Preparation What Kindergarten Looks Like Today Two Kindergarten Classrooms Observed Preparing Children for Kindergarten Discussion Starters Chapter 3: Preparing Children for Kindergarten Going to Kindergarten Is a New Situation Temperament Child Development 101: Growth Is Not a Straight Arrow Preparing Dual-Language Learners Preparing Children with Special Needs Understanding the Kindergarten Teacher’s Challenges Whose Job Is It to Prepare Children for Kindergarten? Special Transition-to-Kindergarten Activities Discussion Starters Chapter 4: Preparing Families for Kindergarten A Road Map to Kindergarten Families’ Hopes Families’ Anxieties Addressing Families’ Feelings and Needs Helping Families Prepare Children Six Reassuring Messages Special Transition Activities to Prepare Parents for Kindergarten Discussion Starters Chapter 5: Preparing Early Educators Early Educators’ Roles All Who Care for Children Are Teachers Practical Tools for Gauging Early Literacy Behaviors Providing Feedback to Parents Early Childhood Educators Learn about Kindergarten Discussion Starters Chapter 6: Transition-to-Kindergarten Planning Continuity Is the Goal Thinking about Logistics Pre-K to K–12 Collaboration Yes, a Good Transition to Kindergarten Can Happen! A Few Last Words Discussion Starters Appendix A: Resources Appendix B: Are Children Ready for Kindergarten? Checklist Appendix C: Are Families Ready for Kindergarten? Checklist Appendix D: Are Pre-K Teachers, Family Child Care Providers, and Family Educators Ready to Prepare Children for Kindergarten? Checklist Appendix E: Transition-to-Kindergarten Strategic Plan Template Appendix F: Action Plan for Transition-to-Kindergarten Activities Template References
Acknowledgments Preface to the Second Edition Beyond the Pandemic Emerging Trends Introduction This Book Is for You Information and Practical Advice How the Book Is Organized Chapter 1: Children Ready for School, Schools Ready for Children and Families The Concept of School Readiness for Children The School Readiness Road The Role of Language and Literacy in School Readiness Early Learning Standards and Indicators of Progress Play and Learning Standards Equity in Learning for Children in the Twenty-First Century The Concept of Ready Schools Ready Schools Need Ready Personnel Education Is a Complex Professional Field Families’ Hopes and Anxieties Family-School Partnerships Are a Special Effort Educators as Cultural Guides Discussion Starters Chapter 2: Kindergarten in the Twenty-First Century A Brief History of Kindergarten The Philosophical Foundation for the American Kindergarten The Reality of Current Kindergartens New Academic Pressures Full-Day versus Half-Day Kindergarten Kindergarten as the Bridge between Preschool and Elementary School The Impact of Home on School Preparation What Kindergarten Looks Like Today Two Kindergarten Classrooms Observed Preparing Children for Kindergarten Discussion Starters Chapter 3: Preparing Children for Kindergarten Going to Kindergarten Is a New Situation Temperament Child Development 101: Growth Is Not a Straight Arrow Preparing Dual-Language Learners Preparing Children with Special Needs Understanding the Kindergarten Teacher’s Challenges Whose Job Is It to Prepare Children for Kindergarten? Special Transition-to-Kindergarten Activities Discussion Starters Chapter 4: Preparing Families for Kindergarten A Road Map to Kindergarten Families’ Hopes Families’ Anxieties Addressing Families’ Feelings and Needs Helping Families Prepare Children Six Reassuring Messages Special Transition Activities to Prepare Parents for Kindergarten Discussion Starters Chapter 5: Preparing Early Educators Early Educators’ Roles All Who Care for Children Are Teachers Practical Tools for Gauging Early Literacy Behaviors Providing Feedback to Parents Early Childhood Educators Learn about Kindergarten Discussion Starters Chapter 6: Transition-to-Kindergarten Planning Continuity Is the Goal Thinking about Logistics Pre-K to K–12 Collaboration Yes, a Good Transition to Kindergarten Can Happen! A Few Last Words Discussion Starters Appendix A: Resources Appendix B: Are Children Ready for Kindergarten? Checklist Appendix C: Are Families Ready for Kindergarten? Checklist Appendix D: Are Pre-K Teachers, Family Child Care Providers, and Family Educators Ready to Prepare Children for Kindergarten? Checklist Appendix E: Transition-to-Kindergarten Strategic Plan Template Appendix F: Action Plan for Transition-to-Kindergarten Activities Template References
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