Top School Readiness Skills: What Really Matters Before Preschool and Kindergarten
As spring approaches, many parents begin to wonder: Is my child ready for school next year? You may be asking yourself whether your child is developing the right skills—or whether your family is focusing time and energy on the areas that matter most for success in preschool or kindergarten. School readiness is about much more than knowing letters and numbers. Research consistently shows that children thrive in early learning environments when they have a strong foundation across several developmental areas. Below are the school readiness skills most commonly highlighted in research as key indicators of success for young learners. Core School Readiness Skills Pre-Literacy Concepts Understanding books, recognizing print, and developing early phonological awareness. WH-Questions (Who, What, Where, When, Why) Comprehending and
