When you think about preparing your child for kindergarten, it is important to be aware of ALL areas of your child’s development – physical, emotional, language, and thinking. Adults provide the best support for their child when they encourage their individual abilities and readiness to learn. As you work to help your child learn the skills and gain the experiences needed to succeed in school and beyond, let him choose the books you read to him, let him learn colors and counting while in the grocery store.