• Here are some important skills you can practice at home to prepare your child for kindergarten. Our Cherry Chase Kindergarten teachers are looking forward to having your child in the classroom!

    Academic & Fine Motor Skills

    • Write their first name
    • Practice cutting straight and curved lines using correct scissor grasp
    • Use glue sticks correctly and be able to open and close them independently
    • Identify main colors
    • Practice using a correct three-finger grasp when using writing instruments
    • Trace lines
    • Sit and listen to a story for 5 minutes

    Life Long Learning Skills

    • Have a positive attitude
    • Be respectful
    • Be confident and ready to separate from parents
    • Use the restroom independently
    • Adjust own clothing before and after using the restroom
    • Put on and take off jackets independently
    • Practice packing and unpacking their own backpack and snacks
    • Clean up after themselves
    • Share materials and toys with other children
    • Follow directions