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Parents everywhere are familiar with the term \u201cmilestone.\u201d From social, cognitive, physical, and academic perspectives, milestones are used to mark a child\u2019s progress, as well as compare it to where they should be at. Milestones are not set-in-stone indicators for success, because every child develops at their own pace. Your first child might have started talking before they were one but started walking much later, and the reverse might be true for your second kiddo. If a child doesn\u2019t hit a milestone right when they\u2019re supposed to, this doesn\u2019t need to be immediate cause for concern \u2014 however, milestones are still a great way to track the progression of their development.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Growing Kids Learning Centers, we are highly knowledgeable in child growth and development, and we formulate our curriculum, learning environments, and daily schedules to help each child continue to thrive. Enrolling in preschool at our South Bend (at <\/span>Ireland Road<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>State Road 23<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>North Bendix Drive<\/span><\/a>), <\/span>Elkhart<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Valparaiso<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Goshen<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Bristol<\/span><\/a>, or <\/span>Chesterton<\/span><\/a> locations is one of the best ways you can help your child continue to hit those milestones. Learn more in our blog, and place your child in Northern Indiana\u2019s best preschool and educational childcare programs!<\/span><\/p>\n

Language Comprehension<\/span><\/h2>\n

By the time a child enters kindergarten, they should be able to both <\/span>respond to questions<\/span><\/a>, as well as ask their own. It\u2019s pretty typical for your toddler to repeat \u201cWhy?\u201d about as frequently as they take a breath, though sometimes, kids might need a little bit more direction (such as saying \u201cdo you have any questions about _____?\u201d). Kids at this age should also be able to speak clearly, though many preschool-aged children have some minor to moderate struggles with certain letters and sounds. If this is the case with your own child, talk with their pediatrician and see if any language interventions may be necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why It\u2019s Important:<\/b> Teachers judge a lot of understanding off of verbal communication, especially at an age where written concepts are still forming. If your child can\u2019t communicate what they understand (or what they don\u2019t), teachers may have a difficult time addressing their academic needs most appropriately.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Print Awareness<\/span><\/h2>\n

Children don\u2019t need to necessarily know the entire alphabet by the time they enter kindergarten, but they do need to know at least some of the letters. Print awareness also includes holding a book the right way \u2014 children in preschool should have a general sense of line direction (we read from left to right), and know to turn the pages from the right to the left.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why It\u2019s Important:<\/b> Even if your child isn\u2019t reading at this point in time, they\u2019re continuing to develop concepts to prepare them for the moment it clicks. It\u2019s like how before playing sports, they need to know what the ball is and what it\u2019s like.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fine Motor Skills<\/span><\/h2>\n

Fine motor skills are tough to grasp (literally), but are essential for entering the academic world and society as a whole. By the time your child enters kindergarten, they should be able to pick up a writing utensil (crayons work too!) and make marks on a piece of paper. Pouring something into a glass, practicing cutting with scissors, velcroing shoes, and painting with a paintbrush are all ways to help develop these skills.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why It\u2019s Important:<\/b> These days, knowing how to type, hold a pencil, and use an iPad or other touch screen are all necessary skills for people to know, all of which require fine motor development.<\/span><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll continue with some more milestones in our next blog, but in the meantime, know that the preschool programs at Growing Kids Learning Centers are designed to help your child thrive. <\/span>Preschool<\/span><\/a> is the <\/span>most important grade<\/span><\/a>, and so much of this is because it helps children get on track for the rest of their school years (and life) to come. Enroll with Growing Kids Learning Centers today!<\/span><\/p>\n

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