5 suggestions that make adaptation to school easier

Specialist Psychologist Ezgi Dokuzlu Tezel from Anadolu Health Center Hospital, who recommends returning to old routines for children’s adaptation to school, said: “Talk to your children about their plans and expectations for the new school term, and show that you respect their decisions and ideas at school. Avoid oppressive conversations, questioning, comparisons and accusatory language. Designate a specific day of the week to talk about thoughts and feelings. “Try to maintain this routine throughout the year,” he said.

Reminding that school is a great socialization area for children, Specialist Psychologist Ezgi Dokuzlu Tezel from Anadolu Health Center Hospital said, “Although children are sad that the holiday is over, they miss their friends and the school environment, which is their own space where they feel like individuals. “Children who have difficulty adapting to school in the beginning will adapt over time,” he said. Ezgi Dokuzlu Tezel gave the following advice to parents to support their children’s adaptation to school:

Sleeping patterns should be adjusted according to school hours

Restoring stretched sleep hours during the holidays to their previous routine at least a week before school starts helps children wake up more vigorous and comfortable in the morning.

The child should be encouraged to spend time with his/her school friends before school starts.

Meeting children’s school friends, whom they could not meet during the holiday, before school starts, strengthens children’s social bonds and facilitates adaptation to school.

Children should be asked about their feelings

Talking to children about their feelings, emphasizing their strengths and appreciating their successes is an important factor that increases motivation, especially when starting a new term. Give short speeches about the importance of school. It is important to emphasize and remind that school is a great opportunity for learning, development and social connections.

School supplies should be selected together

Organizing school-related items or choosing stationery and school uniforms together plays a motivating role for children to return to school.

High expectations should not be reflected on the child at the beginning of school

Do not bring up your academic expectations from the child as soon as school starts. Move slowly by setting small goals.