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9 Reviews Found in Kindergarten Readiness:

	Deciding To Delay Kindergarten http://family.go.com/Categories/Education/Features/family_1998_08/dony/dony88rigetkind/dony88rigetkind3.html
	This short article gives parents sensible information about whether to consider having their child delay a year before entering kindergarten, if his or her birthday is near the kindergarten entrance deadline. The author argues that the concept of holding capable children back a year has not proven effective, and children who have difficulty learning should not be deprived of a year of learning experiences.
	What Should Parents Know About Full-Day Kindergarten? http://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content3/full.day.kinder.p.k12.3.html
	This “brochure” discusses the trend in full-day Kindergarten and provides an overview of full-day versus half-day programs. Recent research documents the benefits to students from participating in a full-day program. Also included in this article are components which are essential to any effective Kindergarten curriculum.
	Characteristics and Abilities Showing Children's Readiness for Kindergarten http://www.pgs.k12.va.us/south/readines.htm
	This clear chart offers over 30 characteristics and abilities showing a child’s readiness for kindergarten that a parent can use for their own child. Designed by teachers and administrators in a specific school system, it offers little context for these many traits, but they are largely self-explanatory. For the parent looking for a quick reference on kindergarten readiness or a starting point before looking further, this checklist will be very useful.
	As the First Day of School Approaches Checklist http://members.aol.com/aactchrjmk/Asfram.htm
	This checklist, prepared by a kindergarten teacher, is an outstanding reference for parents who are preparing themselves and their children for kindergarten. It addresses specific steps a parent should take to find out more about the school, to acclimate a child to the idea of kindergarten, and to remain involved once school starts. The checklist offers goals for parents to aim for regarding their child’s physical health, social and emotional preparation and general knowledge.
	Kindergarten Checklist http://family.go.com/Categories/Education/Features/family_1998_08/dony/dony88rigetkind/dony88rigetkind2.html
	This site provides a list of skills children should have in order to be ready for kindergarten, including reading readiness, listening skills, relational concepts, colors and shapes, numbers, motor skills, and social-emotional development. The article only presents the skills, but does not give information on what parents can do if their child is lacking in some and accomplished in others.
	Full-Day Kindergarten Programs http://ericae.net/db/edo/ED382410.htm
	This Digest reviews the research on the effectiveness of full-day Kindergartens, the demographics of the programs in operation, and the characteristics of a good Kindergarten curriculum. This article has an academic approach, but parents can learn much about full-day Kindergarten from it.
	Assessing Kindergarten Readiness http://mammothtimes.com/archive1998/04-02/260291421.html
	Margaret Peterson, Director of IMACA Head Start wrote this 1998 article for the Mammoth Times which addresses the importance of developmentally appropriate play as a foundation for formal learning. Although Peterson’s casual style is reassuring for the parent who questions the need for and usefulness of playtime, it does not offer very specific suggestions for preparing a child for kindergarten.
	Kindergarten Readiness http://www.parenting-qa.com/parentqa/archives/articles/readiness.html
	Parenting-Q&A.com answers the common question about the importance of age in determining kindergarten readiness. The answer provides parents with a clear description of behaviors and abilities that are warning signs that indicate a lack of readiness as well as basic academic tasks a child should be able to accomplish.
	Starting Kindergarten Early http://family.go.com/Categories/Education/Features/family_1998_08/dony/dony88rigetkind/dony88rigetkind4.html
	The author suggests that parents consult a professional educator if they are considering requesting that their child enter kindergarten early, because they have just missed the deadline, or they feel their child is intellectually gifted