My daughter says "yes" and "no" a lot. How can I help her expand her answers? Ask good questions! Your child may not have the vocabulary to tell you what she wants for lunch, but giving her the opportunity to try will help her expand her language skills. … [Read more...]
Kindergarten Admissions: Critical Thinking
Critical thinking skills are important for your child to acquire for kindergarten success. To shine at a Manhattan kindergarten admissions interview, your child needs to know more than “just the facts” and should exhibit creative and critical thinking skills. I’m sure your … [Read more...]
Kindergarten Admissions: Articulation & Literacy
While some English sounds emerge later than others, why is it beneficial to address articulation before kindergarten? In Manhattan, speaking clearly, having a vast vocabulary, and using appropriate grammatical skills are critical for private school kindergarten admission. At … [Read more...]
Kindergarten Admissions: Say What You Need To Say
Imagine your child on one of her a Manhattan private school kindergarten interviews. She looks up at high shelves in the classroom, and asks the teacher while pointing, "What's that?" The teacher is not sure what she is pointing to. Is it one of the board games? One of the … [Read more...]
Kindergarten Admissions Interview: Grammar
“Schoolhouse Rock” songs and cartoons try to make learning fun, but (conjunction!) the grammar tunes will be over your four-year-olds' head, and aren’t exactly what they need to know. Have you ever thought about the grammar your child is expected to exhibit at a Manhattan … [Read more...]