Helpful Tips

• Practice hand washing

• Use the restroom independently

•  Practicing routines:

  • Consistent morning and bedtime routine and time

  • Meals and snacks at a consistent time

• Children at this age typically go to bed between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. and wake up between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m., just as they did when they were younger. At age 3, most children are still napping, while at age 5, most are not. Naps gradually become shorter, as well. 

• Encourage children to share and name feelings (happy, sad, frustrated, scared)