Your Welcome to Kindergarten bag is full of supplies that you can use to support your child in a playful and meaningful way. Some ideas are listed below.

Cooking and enjoying meals with your child is an excellent opportunity to learn and spend time together. Preparing food and dining together at home play a key role in helping children build healthy eating habits that can last a lifetime. Balancing fun and quality time in the kitchen will help them better understand themselves and develop a healthy relationship with food. The more they learn about food, the more likely they are to try new dishes and maintain a healthy diet. This cookbook provides easy and affordable recipes for you to make with your child. There are many natural learning opportunities for your child in helping to prepare meals.

You are your child’s first and best teacher! Family engagement helps children be successful, in school and in life. You can help your child by

• Following your child’s lead as you play and discover together.

• Talking and reading with your child in your first language.

• Helping your child to share and take turns.

• Encouraging your child to make choices and decisions.

• Celebrating your child’s learning.