Ready-for-Kindergarten Resources

Reviewers:

Rebekah Enzler, Mary Kay Longacre, Kathy Guajardo, Peggy DeLanghe, Janet Whalen Couch, Meredith Warnock.

Sources & References

The content for our kindergarten readiness materials is derived from the following research-based sources:

1. Indiana’s Early Learning Standards: These standards include concepts for children’s development and address the skills and abilities children are to achieve from birth to age five.
2. Indiana Early Learning Family Guides: (English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Student Wellbeing, Approaches to Play & Learning, Creative Arts, Physical Health & Growth): Guides created by the Indiana Department of Education providing overviews and suggestions for supporting a child’s development at home.
3. Teacher Feedback and Emotional/Social Research Studies: The readiness skills checklist, upon which many activities are based, was developed using feedback from teachers and studies on emotional and social research. (Spanish version link)
4. “How to Prepare for Kindergarten: 13 Things You Can (and Should) Do at Home”: Advice from a veteran teacher and literacy specialist on preparing children for kindergarten.
5. “Thriving in Kindergarten”: Top Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) Tips focused on topics like making learning fun, teaching respect, and helping a child feel secure.
6. BSB’s R-V Ready for Kindergarten Team: Suggested tips in key areas based on local expertise.

Additional Online Resources

The content for our kindergarten readiness materials is derived from the following research-based sources:

• Indiana Department of Education (IDOE): Access the full Family Guides and Standards.
• Triple P Elkhart County: Positive Parenting Program resources.
• Bedtime Math: Fun daily math activities.
• Elkhart Public Library Pre-K: Sign up for “Ready for Kindergarten” screenings.