Tips for Parents
Tips for parents
Tips for parents
The foundation of a child’s emotional, social, and academic success is laid in the preschool years. At Prescholars, we believe that parents are a child’s first teachers. Here are practical tips to help you guide your little one during this beautiful and important stage:
1. Encourage Play-Based Learning
- Play is not just fun — it’s how children learn best at this age.
- Let them explore, build, imagine, and create freely.
- Provide open-ended toys like blocks, puzzles, clay, and art materials.
2. Build a Daily Routine
- Children feel safe and confident with structure.
- Keep consistent wake-up, meal, nap, and bedtime routines.
- Predictable days help reduce anxiety and improve behavior.
3. Talk, Read, and Listen Every Day
- Talk to your child about daily activities to build vocabulary.
- Read aloud stories — even 10 minutes daily improves language skills.
- Ask open-ended questions: “What did you like most about today?”
4. Provide Nutritious Meals
- Offer small, frequent meals with fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
- Keep sugary snacks minimal — healthy food boosts brain development.
- Make mealtimes family time — talk, laugh, and model good habits.
5. Limit Screen Time
- Avoid mobile phones or tablets for children under 2.
- For older preschoolers, limit screen time to 1 hour/day with high-quality content.
- Encourage hands-on activities instead: drawing, blocks, pretend play.
6. Support Emotional Development
- Teach your child to name and express feelings: happy, sad, angry, excited.
- Help them use words instead of actions to resolve conflicts.
- Show affection, listen with empathy, and reassure them regularly.
7. Teach Independence Through Simple Tasks
- Let your child do small tasks like putting away toys, dressing, or washing hands.
- Praise effort, not perfection — it builds confidence and self-worth.
- Be patient — independence takes practice.
8. Stay Involved with the School
- Communicate regularly with teachers — they’re your partners in learning.
- Attend school events, workshops, or storytelling sessions.
- Follow through with home activities or practice sent by teachers.
9. Be a Calm, Positive Role Model
- Preschoolers copy what they see — stay calm, speak kindly, and manage your emotions.
- Celebrate small achievements like using the toilet, tying shoes, or sharing.
- Avoid yelling or comparing them to others — every child learns at their pace.
10. Celebrate Curiosity
- If they ask “Why?” — encourage it! Curiosity is the root of learning.
- Explore answers together through books, videos, or simple experiments.
- Praise their imagination and creativity — these are superpowers at this age.
