What you can practice

  • Asking your child’s teacher what language they are using at school.
  • Sharing what you notice at home.
  • Aligning on play-based opportunities instead of extra worksheets.
  • Watching growth together over weeks and months.

Try a phrase

You are talking with the teacher at pickup.

  • What words is she using a lot lately?This simple question opens a conversation about real growth and gives you something concrete to notice and encourage.

Practice on your own

  1. Ask one specific question at pickup or in a message.
  2. Notice one new word or skill your child is using.
  3. Tell the teacher what you see so you can both support it.

Read about parents and teachers as partners