Slow and Steady Get Me Ready For Kindergarten
Slow and Steady Get Me Ready For Kindergarten
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260 Activities To Do With Your Child From Age 0 to 5
By June R. Oberlander AND
Get Your Child Kindergarten-Ready—One Simple Activity at a Time
Get Your Child Kindergarten-Ready—One Simple Activity at a Time
A trusted, step-by-step guide filled with quick, engaging activities for children ages 0–5
A trusted, step-by-step guide filled with quick, engaging activities for children ages 0–5
Spend just a few minutes a day in meaningful, screen-free play that builds the skills your child needs for school—and life.
Updated edition (2018) — trusted by families and published by Xulon Press.
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Take a peek inside!
Explore a sample from every age group—and download one activity to try with your child today.
You Don’t Need Hours—Just the Right Moments
You Don’t Need Hours—Just the Right Moments
Between busy schedules and everyday life, finding time to support your child’s development can feel overwhelming.
Slow and Steady Get Me Ready for Kindergarten makes it simple.
With short, purposeful activities, you’ll turn everyday moments into powerful learning experiences—while strengthening your connection with your child.
A Peek Inside the Activities
A Peek Inside the Activities
From simple games like Peek-A-Boo and Sock Ball Toss to skill-building exercises like Shape Play and Listen & Draw, each activity is designed to:
Build confidence
Strengthen coordination
Encourage curiosity
Support early learning foundations
WHAT MAKES THIS BOOK DIFFERENT
WHAT MAKES THIS BOOK DIFFERENT
Quick & Practical
Easy activities you can do in just minutes a day
Age-by-Age Guidance
Organized from birth to age 5 so you always know what to focus on
Skill-Based Learning
Every activity builds motor, communication, and cognitive skills
Parent-Friendly
Step-by-step instructions, tips, and photos included
June R. Oberlander and Hannah J. Oberlander Knecht, authors of Slow and Steady Get Me Ready For Kindergarten, 2012.
A Legacy of Teaching, Reimagined for Today’s Parents
A Legacy of Teaching, Reimagined for Today’s Parents
Originally titled Slow and Steady Get Me Ready, this trusted guide was first published in 1988 by the late June R. Oberlander, a 19-year veteran kindergarten teacher in Fairfax County, Virginia.
In 2018, her granddaughter, Hannah J. Oberlander Knecht, updated and enhanced these time-tested activities for a new generation of families.
With a Master’s in Curriculum Development and over 15 years in education, Hannah brings both expertise and heart to this updated edition—continuing her grandmother’s mission to support early childhood development through simple, meaningful play.
Today, she also shares ideas and activities to help parents nurture their child’s growth from ages 0–5.
Why It Matters - Kindergarten Expectations Have Changed
Why It Matters - Kindergarten Expectations Have Changed
Today, children are expected to enter school with stronger foundational skills than ever before.
Research shows that early, consistent stimulation is key to:
Language development
Motor skills
Cognitive growth
This book gives you a simple, proven way to support your child—starting now.
Start Building Your Child’s Future Today
Start Building Your Child’s Future Today
You don’t need complicated programs or hours of planning—just a few intentional minutes each day.
Inside, you’ll find:
250+ hands-on activities for ages 0–5
Clear, step-by-step instructions for each activity
Skill boxes so you know exactly what your child is learning
Developmental guidance to track progress and readiness
Book recommendations to encourage early reading (Ages 3–4)
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