How Do I know if My Child Is Ready for Kindergarten?

Michigan allows a child who is five years old on or before December 1 to sign up for kindergarten.

Some children seem too young or not ready for school. Some families and teachers believe that getting older will help the child get ready for kindergarten. This is not always true; remember that children change a lot between May and September.
Children grow and develop by learning from the world around them.
New people and children help your child learn and grow.
All children need time to talk about what they are doing with adults and other children.
Kindergarten can help parents help their children at home.
The following website gives more information about kindergarten enrollment age and alternative kindergarten programs: http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-5234_6809-48211--00.html.

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