Red Apple Reading Magazine AUGUST 2015 | Page 4

W W W. R E D A P P L E R E A D I N G . C O M BACK TO SCHOOL The beginning of a new school year can be a hectic time, but with a little preparation you can make the transition less stressful and even a little fun! Here are a few tips for making sure you and your children are ready to start the year. TALK... Many kids are a little nervous about starting a new grade. clothes are for playing! However, you might want to make sure your little one wears something a little bit nicer for school. Make sure you take some time to ask about how your child feels about the upcoming year and let him ask some questions. A short talk could go a long way in easing his anxiety. Make sure all of her clothes fit and follow the school dress code. Some children like to buy a special backto-school outfit for the beginning of the year. CLOTHES During the summer, it’s easy to ignore the holes and stains on your child’s play clothes. After all, play 4 RED APPLE READING This can be a good way to get them excited about their first day, and the new clothes can, of course, be worn other days of the year. SUPPLIES Now is the perfect time to buy school supplies. Many stores mark down prices for school items in preparation for the upcoming school year. Your school probably handed out supply lists at the end of the previous year or posted the lists on its website. If not, you can contact your school office to request one. Some schools require binders and folders to be a certain color, but if yours doesn’t, ask your little one