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		1 event 1 1 event, 1 2026-07-01 Sit & Focus Practice Sit & Focus Practice July 1 Sit & Focus Practice Why it’s important: In kindergarten, children are expected to sit and participate during group lessons, circle time, and independent work. Building the ability to sit and focus for longer periods […]	1 event 2 1 event, 2 2026-07-02 Raise Your Hand Raise Your Hand July 2 Raise Your Hand Why it’s important: Raising a hand before speaking is an important classroom expectation. It helps maintain order, ensures everyone has a chance to participate, and teaches respect for others’ voices. […]	1 event 3 1 event, 3 2026-07-03 Group Listening Practice Group Listening Practice July 3 Group Listening Practice Why it’s important: Listening in a group setting is essential for understanding instructions, participating in lessons, and staying safe. How to do it: Gather family members or toys for a […]	1 event 4 1 event, 4 2026-07-04 Smooth Transitions Smooth Transitions July 4 Smooth Transitions Why it’s important: Kindergarten classrooms involve frequent transitions between activities. Children who can transition smoothly are more successful and less likely to become frustrated. How to do it: Practice moving […]	1 event 5 1 event, 5 2026-07-05 Line Up Like School Line Up Like School July 5 Line Up Like School Why it’s important: Lining up is part of daily school routines and requires patience, body control, and awareness of others. How to do it: Practice lining up before going outside […]
1 event 6 1 event, 6 2026-07-06 Walking Feet Indoors Walking Feet Indoors July 6 Walking Feet Indoors Why it’s important: Walking safely indoors is essential for maintaining a safe classroom environment. How to do it: Practice using “walking feet” inside the house. Model the behavior and gently […]	1 event 7 1 event, 7 2026-07-07 Follow Classroom Rules Follow Classroom Rules July 7 Follow Classroom Rules Why it’s important: Understanding and following classroom rules helps children feel secure and successful in a structured environment. How to do it: Create a few simple “classroom rules” at home, […]	1 event 8 1 event, 8 2026-07-08 Stay with the Group Stay with the Group July 8 Stay with the Group Why it’s important: Children need to remain with their group for safety and participation in activities. How to do it: Practice staying together during outings or activities. Remind your child […]	1 event 9 1 event, 9 2026-07-09 Work Independently Work Independently July 9 Work Independently Why it’s important: Kindergarten includes independent work time where children complete tasks on their own. How to do it: Provide a simple activity and encourage your child to complete it […]	1 event 10 1 event, 10 2026-07-10 Clean Up Like School Clean Up Like School July 10 Clean Up Like School Why it’s important: Cleaning up materials is part of classroom responsibility and helps maintain an organized environment. How to do it: Practice cleaning up after activities using clear expectations. Model […]	1 event 11 1 event, 11 2026-07-11 Ask to Use the Bathroom Ask to Use the Bathroom July 11 Ask to Use the Bathroom Why it’s important: Children need to appropriately ask permission to leave the classroom for the bathroom. How to do it: Role-play asking, “Can I go to the bathroom?” Practice using […]	1 event 12 1 event, 12 2026-07-12 Use an Inside Voice Use an Inside Voice July 12 Use an Inside Voice Why it’s important: Classrooms require children to control their volume so everyone can learn. How to do it: Practice using different voice levels and identify which one is appropriate for […]
1 event 13 1 event, 13 2026-07-13 Wait to Speak Wait to Speak July 13 Wait to Speak Why it’s important: Waiting to speak helps children participate respectfully and ensures everyone has a turn. How to do it: Practice conversations where your child waits for their turn before […]	1 event 14 1 event, 14 2026-07-14 Follow a Schedule Follow a Schedule July 14 Follow a Schedule Why it’s important: Kindergarten days follow a structured schedule. Understanding routines helps children feel secure and prepared. How to do it: Create a simple daily schedule with pictures or words. […]	1 event 15 1 event, 15 2026-07-15 Complete a Task Complete a Task July 15 Complete a Task Why it’s important: Finishing tasks is important for learning and building responsibility. How to do it: Give your child a simple task and encourage them to complete it before starting […]	1 event 16 1 event, 16 2026-07-16 Listen to Instructions Listen to Instructions July 16 Listen to Instructions Why it’s important: Listening carefully helps children understand expectations and succeed in activities. How to do it: Give clear directions and ask your child to repeat them back before starting. […]	1 event 17 1 event, 17 2026-07-17 Solve Small Problems Solve Small Problems July 17 Solve Small Problems Why it’s important: Problem-solving helps children manage challenges independently. How to do it: When a problem arises, guide your child to think of solutions instead of solving it for them. […]	1 event 18 1 event, 18 2026-07-18 Learn from Mistakes Learn from Mistakes July 18 Learn from Mistakes Why it’s important: Mistakes are part of learning. Children who can handle mistakes are more resilient. How to do it: Encourage your child to try again when something doesn’t work. […]	1 event 19 1 event, 19 2026-07-19 Be Flexible Be Flexible July 19 Be Flexible Why it’s important: Flexibility helps children adjust when plans change or things don’t go their way. How to do it: Introduce small changes to routines and support your child through […]
1 event 20 1 event, 20 2026-07-20 Be Kind in Groups Be Kind in Groups July 20 Be Kind in Groups Why it’s important: Kindness supports friendships and a positive classroom environment. How to do it: Encourage kind words and actions during group activities. What to look for: Shows kindness to […]	1 event 21 1 event, 21 2026-07-21 Take Responsibility Take Responsibility July 21 Take Responsibility Why it’s important: Responsibility helps children take ownership of their actions and belongings. How to do it: Give your child simple responsibilities like cleaning up or caring for items. What […]	1 event 22 1 event, 22 2026-07-22 Stay Focused Stay Focused July 22 Stay Focused Why it’s important: Focus supports learning and task completion. How to do it: Provide activities that require attention and gently redirect if needed. What to look for: Maintains attention Returns […]	1 event 23 1 event, 23 2026-07-23 Respect Materials Respect Materials July 23 Respect Materials Why it’s important: Classroom materials are shared and must be used carefully. How to do it: Model gentle use of toys and supplies and practice putting them away properly. What […]	1 event 24 1 event, 24 2026-07-24 Ask Questions Ask Questions July 24 Ask Questions Why it’s important: Asking questions helps children learn and seek clarification. How to do it: Encourage curiosity and model asking questions. What to look for: Asks for clarification Shows curiosity […]	1 event 25 1 event, 25 2026-07-25 Independence in Groups Independence in Groups July 25 Independence in Groups Why it’s important: Children need to function independently even in group settings. How to do it: Encourage your child to complete tasks during group activities without relying on adults. What […]	1 event 26 1 event, 26 2026-07-26 Classroom Manners Classroom Manners July 26 Classroom Manners Why it’s important: Good manners support respectful interactions. How to do it: Practice saying “excuse me,” “please,” and “thank you.” What to look for: Uses manners appropriately Shows respect Responds […]
1 event 27 1 event, 27 2026-07-27 Keep Trying Keep Trying July 27 Keep Trying Why it’s important: Persistence helps children succeed when tasks are challenging. How to do it: Encourage effort and praise trying rather than success. What to look for: Keeps trying Shows […]	1 event 28 1 event, 28 2026-07-28 Review School Skills Review School Skills July 28 Review School Skills Why it’s important: Reviewing reinforces learning and builds confidence. How to do it: Practice multiple skills learned throughout the month. What to look for: Demonstrates multiple skills Needs less support […]	1 event 29 1 event, 29 2026-07-29 Talk About Kindergarten Talk About Kindergarten July 29 Talk About Kindergarten Why it’s important: Talking about school helps children feel prepared and reduces anxiety. How to do it: Discuss what kindergarten will be like and answer questions. What to look for: […]	1 event 30 1 event, 30 2026-07-30 Practice a School Day Practice a School Day July 30 Practice a School Day Why it’s important: Practicing a full routine helps children understand expectations. How to do it: Act out a full school day with routines and transitions. What to look for: Follows […]	1 event 31 1 event, 31 2026-07-31 Celebrate Readiness Celebrate Readiness July 31 Celebrate Readiness Why it’s important: Celebrating progress builds confidence and excitement. How to do it: Reflect on what your child has learned and celebrate with a special activity. What to look for: […]