Preparing for Preschool

Whether your little one attends school for a few hours a week or several hours a day, there's much to do and think about. What kind of program is best? How can you tell when your child is ready? What will he learn? What's the best way to prepare? Learn how you can make this transition as easy as A, B, C!

Preparing for Preschool

5 Signs of a Well-Organized Preschool

A structured preschool atmosphere frees your child to play and learn every day.

5 Parent-Tested Ways to Ease Separation Anxiety

Ease preschool drop-offs with these simple suggestions.

Preparing for Preschool: Pointers From Parents

Find tips on preparing for preschool from other families that have gone through the tricky transition.

Terrific Transitions

Help your child handle changes big and small — from starting preschool to moving from playtime to dinner.

Preparing for the First Days of School

Whether your child is a creature of habit or lives for change, starting school is a big deal!

Mother and Child Reunions

Reconnecting with your child after preschool can be just as meaningful as the morning drop-off. Here's how to make it work for both of you.

Thank Goodness for Manners

Teach politeness in the preschool years.

Getting Involved

Partner With Your Child's Preschool to Promote Literacy

Teamwork between parents and teachers is essential to get your child ready to read.

8 Guidelines for Preschool Volunteers

Volunteering at your child’s preschool is a wonderful way to support her learning. When parents and teachers act as a team, everyone benefits.

What to Expect

Preparing for Preschool: Social Studies

The classroom becomes the first community your child joins outside of your family.

Preparing for Preschool Reading

Learn about time-tested classroom strategies that will help your child develop preschool reading skills.

Preparing for Preschool: The Schedule

Learn how your child will settle into a familiar rhythm filled with lots of learning opportunities.

Preparing for Preschool Math

In preschool, math is an everyday experience for your child — find out how the teachers help children understand preschool math concepts.

Preparing for Preschool: Science

Teachers share science by taking advantage of children's innate curiosity about the world.

Preparing for Preschool: Art

See how hands-on craft projects build a surprising set of skills.

Self-Expression in Preschool

What can you do to help with self-expression in your preschooler? Find out here.

Preschool Problem-Solving

Preschoolers experiment with ideas to help them figure things out.

Books and Reading

Choosing Books for Your Preschooler

Find the best books for your pre-reader’s budding library.

Best Bedtime Stories for Preschoolers

Whisk your little one into dreamland with these charming tales.

Rhymes and Poetry for Preschoolers

Delight your child with the rhythms and sounds in these perfect books for read-alouds.

Pleasing Books for Preschool and Kindergarten

These long-time favorites, new hits, and kid-approved titles are great picks for readers and parents looking for suggestions.

All About the Alphabet

Uncover the world of words with these spectacular ABC books.

Books That Really Pop!

Surprising and interactive, these pop-up books will have your early elementary readers leaping with excitement.

Classic Picture Books to Share

When picking out books to read to your tiny tot, include these time-tested tales about the wonder of nature, the power of friendship and love, and... more