Make sure that you are pronouncing and spelling the child's name correctly.You will probably need to do this more than once. Simple and basic - yes, but often overlooked. Introduce the child to the other children, and introduce the group to the new child.Walk the child around the classroom, showing them the different areas, while positively stating a few very simple rules and guidelines.Think about how scary and intimidating this experience must be for some children. Welcome this child warmly, on his/her eye level.I used to put up a welcome sign on my classroom door for new children (after I "got it") and I actually had parents save them and put them in their child's Baby Books as a remembrance of their child's first day of "school". Have a cot ready so you don't have to do this at naptime his/her first day.
Incorporate that child into your Birthday Board. It says a great deal to a parent and to a child if there is a cubbie made and ready just for them! This will absolutely set the tone for this families' experience with the center (and with you as a professional). Be prepared in advance for a child new to your room.Regardless of whether a child is new to the center, being moved to a new classroom, or is moved for part of a day, there are things we can do to make this transition easier.
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