Carrie Bale of the Star Press wrote an article discussing kindergarten readiness in which she questions what it means for a child to be prepared for kindergarten. Bale stresses the importance of having a strong set of experiences that form a foundation on which students build during the school experience, rather than simply knowing “ABC’s and 123s”. Read more to learn about kindergarten readiness.
Bale, C. (2015, September 9). Kindergarten readiness goes beyond ABC’s and 123’s. Retrieved September 2015, from Muncie Star Press: http://www.thestarpress.com/story/opinion/contributors/2015/09/09/kindergarten-readiness-goes-beyond-abcs/71939494/
Abstract by Caitlyn Gear
Ball State University
AIR Apprentice
Dual Education Major