Building Independence

TIE YOUR SHOES

Help your child to tie his/her shoes independently.

ZIP YOUR COAT

Have your child practice putting on a coat independently and also zipping it up without help.

WASH YOUR HANDS

Children should understand the importance of washing hands and when it is appropriate to do so. Have your child use soap and sing the ABC song as he/she gets used to washing and drying independently.

USE A PROPER PENCIL GRIP

Holding a pencil correctly will help with proper letter formation and neatness. This is also important when using a crayon, marker, or pen too.