Kindergarten is a preschool educational approach based on playing, singing, practical activities such as drawing, and social interaction as part of the transition from home to school. Such institutions were originally made in the late 18th century in Bavaria and Alsace to serve children whose parents both worked outside home. The term was coined by the German Friedrich Fröbel, whose approach globally influenced early-years education. Today, the term is used in many countries to describe a variety of educational institutions and learning spaces for children ranging from 2 to 6 years of age, based on a variety of teaching methods.
Links for Families on Transition to Kindergarten
National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning Transition to Kindergarten – Activity Calendar for Families
https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/transition-calendar-family.pdf
Transition to Kindergarten – A Brief: Why It Matters and How to Promote Success
https://www.ccf.ny.gov/files/6415/8352/5978/8-transition_brief.pdf
National Education Association (NEA) - A Successful Kindergarten Transition
http://parents.nea.org/providing-emotional-support/a-successful-kindergartentransition/
PACER Center – Early Childhood Family Information and Resources Transition to Kindergarten
https://www.pacer.org/ec/transition-to-kindergarten/
Transitioning from Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) to Kindergarten
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Transitioning to Kindergarten
https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/transitioning-to-kindergarten
Common Sense Media Get Ready for Kindergarten with Practical Tips, Tricks, and Tools
English: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/get-ready-for-kindergarten-withpractical-tips-tricks-and-tools
Verywell Family - Transitioning to Kindergarten
https://www.verywellfamily.com/transitioning-to-kindergarten-2764891