tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post4528811982573464358..comments2024-02-10T10:20:14.121-08:00Comments on A Daily Scoop: Personal Thoughts on PreschoolStephanie Waitehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08952237536421682841noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post-83959217922161974092009-08-26T18:28:24.020-07:002009-08-26T18:28:24.020-07:00Good things to think about. My little man is almo...Good things to think about. My little man is almost 3. I've got a while to decide what I want to do. Thanks for sharing. I enjoy your blog.Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11966944940244716284noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post-91070889818642032212009-08-26T15:13:25.072-07:002009-08-26T15:13:25.072-07:00I have a degree in early childhood, was a preschoo...I have a degree in early childhood, was a preschool director for 3 years and am grateful for the different perspectives. I have sent my children for preschool when they are 4 for 2 days a week (for 2 hours) to prepare for kindergarten. I like them home close to me and for me to be their main teacher. I appreciate your perspective and think all decisions about our children should be done with the prayer and pondering you have talked about!Cardallshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11892829000971779922noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post-55086762638292611462009-08-26T07:59:27.409-07:002009-08-26T07:59:27.409-07:00I too would like to see pics of Noble. I'll be...I too would like to see pics of Noble. I'll bet he's changed so much since the day you brought him home. Who does he look like in your family? Hope all is well!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post-56419481467551475862009-08-25T19:17:22.964-07:002009-08-25T19:17:22.964-07:00Preschool is a personal choice. As a preschool te...Preschool is a personal choice. As a preschool teacher, one that has am and pm sessions that last 2 hours, I love all the benefits it can offer. I think it can do wonders for the child who has no siblings or has some social issues. I can totally relate to what you think about it also. I take offense to daycares that call themselves preschool...I think there is a big difference there. I am retired now to watch my grand babies but I do teach a Music in Motion class in between sessions and my grand daughter attends the school! It is very important to feel comfortable when you leave your child! I hope Lauren enjoys her time in preschool! Would love to see pictures of Noble ... he must be getting so big!Diana Lesjakhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06476647718030742111noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post-28702643391879541282009-08-25T14:49:33.134-07:002009-08-25T14:49:33.134-07:00After reading all the comments from everyone, I th...After reading all the comments from everyone, I think its so wonderful we are afforded the opportunity to make our own decision for our own families based on our needs. I too hope Lauren enjoys her preschooling experience.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post-57862803538554493912009-08-25T14:22:02.347-07:002009-08-25T14:22:02.347-07:00Children here in the UK start normal school the Se...Children here in the UK start normal school the September after they turn 4.Karennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post-29528159082505619662009-08-25T13:19:46.158-07:002009-08-25T13:19:46.158-07:00Steph,
Preschool is 90% for me, 10% for my childre...Steph,<br />Preschool is 90% for me, 10% for my children. I cannot cope with as many preschoolers as I have (4), all the time. That's just me. But you know me. My problem is that my twins are in afternoon kindergarten, and I need them to be gone one or two mornings a week. But they are in kindgertarten, so there's no preschool for them. What do to. Really, my 1 and 3 year old together are easy compared to my 5-year-old twins.Ann Traynorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070272298740499804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post-73885989680030606022009-08-25T12:52:11.748-07:002009-08-25T12:52:11.748-07:00I am surprised at the thought that someone would b...I am surprised at the thought that someone would be anti preschool in general. (I am talking preschool, not daycare.) Each preschool is different and no parent should ever leave their kids with someone if they don't feel good about it. But there are A LOT of great preschool situations out there, with much for the students to learn. Consider how much other people have to offer in their talents. Even being a teacher by training myself I am grateful for talented teachers who can benefit my children even more. It is not just for the benefit of socializing alone. <br />I hope this is a good year for Lauren. I have a preschooler this year as well.Todd and Amyjoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03077415312535999788noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post-81580226682703097052009-08-25T12:45:38.322-07:002009-08-25T12:45:38.322-07:00This year all my kids are in school full time, exc...This year all my kids are in school full time, except for my youngest...she turned 3 this month. I found a fantastic preschool. I will be going with her two days a week as a helper. We are exchanging my help for her tuition. This is the best of both worlds for me...we get a little time out of the house, she enjoys preschool while I get to be involved with her learning, and I won't have to pay a dime! I agree, preschool decisions should be based on what each child needs.Sleepless In St. Georgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13507013041823881069noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7260216734032540750.post-3004771755088812412009-08-25T11:21:53.442-07:002009-08-25T11:21:53.442-07:00Thanks - it is interesting to see other perspectiv...Thanks - it is interesting to see other perspectives. I've noticed in Utah, and in the LDS community in general, preschool seems to be less popular.<br /><br />I have a five year old and 3 year old twins. Our five year old went to preschool last year, and loved every minute of it. I think she needed that time away, and the twins have each other to play with so they were fine without her at home.<br /><br />This year, the twins are starting preschool. Mostly because they've been asking for a year now! Just 2 days a week, for 3 hours. Should be fun!Allisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07731185729405318774noreply@blogger.com