Early childhood transition refers to the connection between early childhood education and primary education. Schoolchildren in kindergarten and primary school have different physical and mental development characteristics, and it is of great significance to solve the problem of connecting early childhood education and primary school education to promote sustainable human development and improve the quality of education. The core of the transition between early childhood and primary school is to help children gradually change from a Xi based on games and activities to a formal Xi science. This involves the cultivation and development of children's XiXi learning habits, self-management, social skills and other aspects.
Kindergarten is generally a place for children aged 3 to 6 to go to school, and primary school is a place for children aged 6 to 12 to go to school Xi. They differ significantly in a number of ways, mainly in the following ways:
1.Teaching form: The teaching of the kindergarten is mainly based on games and activities, so that children can learn by playing and learning to play. Elementary school, on the other hand, focuses more on traditional classroom teaching, where children need to sit in the classroom and follow the curriculum to learn Xi various subjects.
2.Learning Xi content: The learning Xi content in kindergarten is mainly basic life skills and social skills, as well as some basic knowledge. In primary school, students are required to learn Xi knowledge of various subjects, including Chinese, mathematics, English, science, social studies, etc.
3.Xi learning environment: Xi learning environments in kindergartens are usually spacious, with a variety of play facilities and activity areas. Elementary schools, on the other hand, usually have more classrooms, each with a specific purpose, such as a classroom, an art classroom, etc.
4.Student-to-teacher ratio: Kindergartens typically have a low student-to-teacher ratio, with a smaller number of children per teacher responsible. In primary schools, the student-to-teacher ratio is higher, and each teacher is responsible for more students.
5.Rules & Discipline: Kindergarten has relatively few rules, with a primary emphasis on safety and respect for others. Whereas, primary school has more rules and discipline, and children need to learn to follow classroom discipline, respect teachers, and complete homework on time, etc.
6.Lesson time: Kindergarten classes are usually shorter and children have more free time. In primary school, the curriculum is longer, and children need to maintain their attention in class for a longer period of time.
7.Social circles: Kindergartens have relatively small social circles and mainly interact with children and teachers of the same age. In primary school, the social circle is larger, and children need to interact with classmates and teachers in different grades and classes.
8.Expectations and pressure: In kindergarten, parents and teachers have relatively low expectations for their children and mainly want them to grow up happily. In primary school, parents and teachers have relatively high expectations for their children, hoping that they can achieve good Xi results and prepare them for future Xi and life.
These differences can have an impact on a child's adaptability and psychology, so parents and teachers need to pay attention to the child's transition and provide the necessary support and guidance. So as parents, how can we help kindergarten children integrate more smoothly into the Xi atmosphere and environment of primary school?
1.Cultivate children's interest and desire to learn Xi: Parents can stimulate their children's interest and desire to learn Xi by reading, playing, exploring, etc., so that children can feel the joy of learning Xi.
2.Cultivate children's self-care ability: In the early transition stage, parents can gradually reduce the care of their children's life, so that children can learn basic life skills such as dressing, eating, and going to the toilet by themselves, so as to cultivate children's self-care ability.
3.Cultivate children's sense of discipline: Parents can guide their children to understand the discipline and rules of the school, let them know to keep quiet in class, listen carefully, and do not leave their seats at will, etc., to help children establish correct behavior norms.
4.Cultivate children's social skills: Parents can encourage children to socialize with children of the same age, cultivate children's social skills and cooperative spirit, and let children learn to get along with others, cooperate, share, etc.
5.Help children adapt to the Xi environment: Parents can visit the primary school with their children to understand the Xi environment and curriculum of the primary school, so that the child can have a more comprehensive understanding of the primary school and help the child adapt to Xi the new learning environment.
6.Make a Xi plan with your child: Parents can make a Xi plan with their child to let them know Xi the tasks and time schedule that need to be completed every day, and help them develop good learning XiXi habits.
7.Encourage children to try more and not be afraid of failure: In the early transition stage, parents should encourage their children to try more and not be afraid of failure, so that children can grow and progress through continuous attempts.
In short, the transition stage is an important stage of children's growth, and parents should focus on cultivating their children's various abilities, helping them adapt to the new learning and Xi environment, and laying a solid foundation for their children's future development.