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Hi Parent, A new routine can be overwhelming for little ones: get tips for how to ease the transition to preschool or kindergarten. Plus, read these titles together to ease first-day jitters, and implement a morning routine with this chart.

Thursday, August 6 Use this printable to familiarize your child with common classroom objects and people. See All Daily Tips

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Share the Joy of Reading With Kids These Books Will Inspire a Back-to-School Spirit For kids who have first-day jitters, or just want to know what to expect, these books are the perfect preparation. Featured Book: Pepper and Poe This sweet sibling story is absolutely purr-fect for families! 5 Reads for Kids Starting Kindergarten Reduce your child's kindergarten concerns with these titles, and get him amped for kindergarten to kick off! The Importance of Reading Aloud You'll find valuable research on the significance of reading aloud to your child on Scholastic's World of Possible site. Plus, share your favorite reading story with #sharepossible and you may see your post featured on the Scholastic Open a World of Possible wall. More Book Recommendations Shop The Scholastic Store Online With 15% Off Looking to prepare your kids for the start of the school year? Find just-right books for kids at a great price at The Scholastic Store Online. Plus, get 15% off your order using the code below. First-Day Jitters The twist to Sarah's first-day worries: she's a teacher! It's Time for Preschool From drop-off to pick-up, glimpse a day at preschool. David Goes to School David's antics reveal do's—and don'ts—for in the classroom. SHOP NOW: USE CODE PNL1508 *Expires 8/31/15. Excludes: LEGO Systems product.

School and Fun Get Your Family Organized Don't wait for the first day of school to get in gear. Try these tips—such as a dry run of your morning routine—to prepare for school days. What to Expect at Preschool Discover what your child will learn, and how you can support her at home, in this guide to preschool. Sing Your Way to Reading Success It's fun to sing silly songs—and it also fosters your child's literacy development. See more ideas for how cultivate the strong connection between singing and literacy. 4 Ways to Get Kids Ready for Kindergarten Starting school is an adjustment academically, socially, physically, and emotionally. Here's how to get ready for your kid's big first year in school. More School Success Tips

Free Printables Morning Routine Chart Are mornings tough? Print this chart to help your child know what needs to be done each morning. She can check off items when they're complete. From One to Ten: Counting Practice Print this free sheet to help kids perfect their counting skills. Sort Farm Animals Try this printable to help kids learn to identify what farm animals produce for people (meat, dairy, or neither). And, for even more entertainment, check out a fun scavenger hunt idea. See All Free Printables

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