417: Countdown to Kindergarten: How to Make the Most of the Summer Before School Starts

In this episode, Karen and Emily answer questions about helping prepare your child for their big Kindergarten transition. From building essential skills to creating lasting memories, we've got you covered with tips to make summer fun and to ease you into a new routine this fall. Don’t miss Karen’s life hack for getting those adorable first day of school pictures and her assurance that God goes before your child in every place they go and in every season. Episode Recap:2:45 - Emily’s feelings about her daughter going to Kindergarten next year5:34 - Karen reminisces about Kelsey’s Kindergarten years6:15 - How can I prepare my household for the Kindergarten transition? 9:35 - How do you manage tired and worn out kiddos after a (new to them) long day at school?11:45 - As a working mom, I’m stressed out during the summer. How can I make summer special since Kindergarten will be a change of pace? 14:05 - Are there practical skills I should be working on with my rising Kindergarteners this summer?16:50 - What FUN things can we do to mark this milestone in our kids’ lives? 21:00 - Don’t miss the BEST hack for getting those adorable first day of school pics?21:45 - Any tips for communication when kids get home from school? 24:00 - God goes before them in every season! God has your kids. Questions for Discussion:Does the transition to Kindergarten make you feel excited, anxious, or something else? What are you looking forward to in this season of your child’s life?What worries can you give to the Lord about this next year? Resources:Want to bring Karen to speak in your community? Reach out: https://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms  and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms