By Staff
Special to the Enquirer
Whether your child’s a “veteran” or making their first foray into the classroom, there’s plenty to do before the start of school. In the midst of buying supplies and back-to-school clothes, the American Academy of Pediatrics is advising you to pay attention to some other things as well. Their tips are designed to make the return to the classroom easier for all.
The first day of school
BACKPACK SAFETY
TRAVELING TO AND FROM SCHOOL
Review the basic rules with your youngster:
School Bus
Walking to School
EATING DURING THE SCHOOL DAY
BULLYING
Bullying is when one child picks on another child repeatedly. Usually children being bullied are either weaker or smaller, shy, and generally feel helpless. Bullying can be physical, verbal, or social. It can happen at school, on the playground, on the school bus, in the neighborhood, or over the internet.
When Your Child Is Bullied
1. Look the bully in the eye.
2. Stand tall and stay calm in a difficult situation.
3. Walk away.
1. "I don't like what you are doing."
2. "Please do not talk to me like that."
3. "Why would you say that?"
When Your Child Is the Bully
When Your Child Is a Bystander
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE
DEVELOPING GOOD HOMEWORK AND STUDY HABITS