Ready for School: A Parents’ Guide looks at the commonplace questions and dilemmas that every parent faces as they support their child’s development through the early days of school. It presents real stories about children and offers sound advice based on tried and tested practices, honed over many years in authors work with young children.

The authors provide practical suggestions on:

• Making sure your child is ready for school
• Managing the excitement of the first day
• Dealing with tantrums 
• Supporting your child’s academic capabilities
• Making friends
• Worries about bullying
• The importance of diet
• Handling change
• How your child might spend their free time.