Over the next few weeks, we will be devoting space to talk about back-to-school. We will showcase blogs, strategies and advice from professionals and parents that specifically speak to families with developmental issues and those using RDI programs. We begin with a wonderful list of back to school strategies by RDI consultant, Lisa Palasti, that we will be posting every few days, so stay tuned!
Back to School Strategies
Summertime is wonderful and hopefully you have been able to spend much quality time with your child this season! But time flies and soon school will be back in session. As parents begin to think about their children returning to school, or starting school for the first time, it can cause many feelings of apprehension and anxiety. Spending some time helping your child prepare for this transition will not only help them but parents too! Here is a list of several things parents can do now to help that transition occur more smoothly.
Strategy #1: Visit the school ground, play on the equipment
These strategies were submitted by certified program consultant, Lisa Palasti, who has served in our community for many years.