Families are children’s first and most important teachers. These six key areas of growth and development (list them out) are important in preparing a child to transition from 4K to 5K. The transition to formal school can set the tone of a child’s school career. Everyone benefits when the transition to formal school is smooth and child centered. The purpose of this video is to outline some ideas for families that will help them to transition the child from 4K to 5K. One of the first important things is for your child to be able to follow directions.