Get Your 4-Year-Old Ready for Pre-School: A Mom’s Guide to Growth, Nutrition, and "Laban-Readiness"
Getting your child ready for pre-school goes beyond school supplies—it’s about preparing their mind, body, and spirit for this exciting new chapter. This guide shares growth tips, essential nutrients from Bonakid Pre-School® 3+, and practical ways to build confidence, independence, and Laban-Readiness for a strong start to school life.
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The Big Four and a Big Adventure!
Is your little one turning four? It’s an exciting time—pre-school is just around the corner! As toddlers approach this big first school adventure, it’s important to ensure they’re ready in mind, body, and spirit for all the learning and fun that await. In this guide, we’ll focus on how to make sure their physical growth is on track for an active and healthy start to school.
Growth varies from child to child, but how can we tell if they’re on the right track? That’s where Body Mass Index (BMI) comes in. BMI is a useful tool that compares your child’s height and weight to others their age and sex, showing where they fall on a growth chart as a percentile.
A healthy range is typically between the 5th and 85th percentile. However, the key is not a single number but the overall pattern of growth over time.
Pro tip: Always consult your pediatrician about your child’s growth. While online calculators can provide a rough estimate, your doctor’s guidance is crucial.
Fueling the Fun: Nutrients for Pre-School Success
To prepare for pre-school and kindergarten, your child needs the proper nutrients. Bonakid Pre-School® 3+ is proven and tested to give your child better growth in their height and in their weight because it provides several key nutrients essential at this age:
- Calcium: For strong bones and teeth, which they'll need for all their active playing and learning.
- Lysine: An amino acid important for overall growth.
- Iron: For healthy red blood cell production, giving them the energy needed for school activities.
- Vitamin D: Helps their bodies absorb calcium, which is essential for strong bones.
In addition to Bonakid Pre-School® 3+, here are some other helpful suggestions to support your child’s growth:
- Promote a Healthy Diet: Ensure they eat balanced meals at home and while out. Pack fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins in their lunchboxes.
- Consistent Sleep: Make sure they get enough sleep to help them focus and learn well at school.
Beyond Nutrition and Building "Laban-Readiness"
Good health is just the beginning. True "Laban-Readiness" means preparing the whole child for the school experience:
Encourage Communication: Have conversations, read together, and let them ask questions—this helps build language skills and confidence.
Create a Routine: A predictable daily schedule helps them adjust to school structure with ease.
Encourage Independence: Offer opportunities for them to explore and make decisions on their own, boosting their confidence and curiosity. Offering them choices like what healthy baon to bring or which activity they'd like to try first helps them develop decision-making skills and a sense of ownership over their actions. This encourages growth, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
Starting pre-school is a big step! As they enter this new chapter, we must guide and support them. A healthy body, fueled by good nutrition, is just one piece of the puzzle. Nurturing their curiosity, social skills, and emotional readiness will help them feel confident and make for a smooth transition. Let’s work together to help them build a strong foundation for their learning journey!
