entering first grade (Education School Readiness). Unfortunately,

for reasons not covered in this paper, many of these children are

not fully prepared to participate in their very first school experience.

One way to help a child prepare to enter kindergarten is to enroll

him/her in an early childhood program. Early childhood programs

such as Head Start, day care and preschool aid in developing and

helping children become ready for kindergarten. 1

There are a variety of things that contribute to whether or not

a child will be successful in school. Some of these include good

health and physical well-being, social and emotional maturity,

language skills, an ability to solve problems and think creatively,

and general knowledge about the world (Helping Your Child...What

Does It Mean...). Different schools have different expectations for

the children. One school may think it's important to sit quietly and

know the alphabet. Another school may believe that it's more

important for children to get along with others. All of these skills and

more can be introduced to the young child in an early childhood

Good health and physical well-being for young

Children from ages three to four need the opportunity to learn

Develop an interest in academic things such as science and

are usually required to have some type of training (Things to Keep

The second point involves the teachers in the program. Are all

often be treated and the child will have a better chance of having a

includes providing them with nutritious food, plenty of sleep, safe

believe that they can succeed. Confident children are more willing

any experience in participating in large group activities.

types of preschool programs available in many different settings.

types of early childhood programs, but the three most popular, and

children must also begin to develop their cognitive and

2001 likely have an easier transition into a preschool setting than a child

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