Technically, this isn’t a readiness skill. But it is an important reminder for us as we help prepare children for school. Kids Develop at their own rate and their own time. They will all have Different strengths and areas that need more guidance. There are some general levels of development but each child is unique. What skills start with D? Drawing, an almost forgotten one. Have you ever read the book Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain? The two sides of the brain are different. To over-simplify, the left side is verbal and logical, the right side is visual and creative. To give the right-side some exercise, set out some paper and crayons and have fun drawing. What shapes can your child draw? Does your child draw actions (primarily boys) or people and things? Ask your child to draw a person. The drawings can give us insight into children’s development.
To give the left-side some activity, too, play a giving directions game. For instance, here’s a fun activity with 3 directions: jump over the lego, touch your toes and give me a hug. Some children may need only 2 directions at a time, some can cope with 4 or more. Are Development Discussions (my child can…can’t and other kids can…can’t) positive or not for you? Any Dilemmas?