KG_UnderstandingOurselves

Questions to Ask your Child Home Learning Suggested Home Extensions Key Vocabulary environment have an impact on wellbeing. 1. How do your choices make others feel? 2. How do you make friends? 3. What makes a good friend? 4. Who are the people in your family? 5. How did you feel today at school? 6. What did you enjoy doing today at school? 1. Support your child as they learn how to clean up after themselves at home; use tools such as dishrags, sponges, mops, brooms, dust bins… 2. Encourage your child to get “their hands dirty.” (Washing dishes, planting plants, mopping floor) 3. Encourage your child to try new experiences (Yoga, sports clubs, swimming, crafts). 4. Model trying something new in front of your child and talk about the feelings you have. 5. Share your own personal interests with your child and how you interact with your community. 1. Discuss what the words “community” and “extended family” mean to you and your children. 2. Plan family activities and community building exercises with your child. For example have them plan a party, put together a puzzle, cook with you, or have a family movie night! 3. Experience family time outdoors. For example: go to the splash pad, have a picnic together, go on a “bug hunt,” and enjoy different outdoor games. respect friendships feelings communication family emotions community similarities share relationships take turns differences kindness well being interests