Nursery is an important program for your child. It helps him to learn to sit still during the lesson. The lessons focus on simple gospel principles. Playtime is great chance for your child to learn about sharing and other social interactions. Your child may be having a difficult time attending nursery. Here are some common problems, and ways to deal with them.
1) It may be that you have gotten out of the routine of nursery. This can happen when you go on vacation, with illness or a new nursery leader. Nursery is no longer the safe and comfortable place that it used to be to your toddler. You simply need to reestablish your nursery routine. You may want to stay at the beginning and slip out later on. You would do the same things you did when your child first entered nursery.
2) Bullies are another common problem. It may be that one child or a group of children are a little rough when they play. The bully may hit and shove, or take toys away. This is a difficult situation to deal with. The nursery leader may need to have an extra leader assigned specifically to help this child. That leader can distract the bully by playing or simply be there to intervene before another child gets hurt.
3) It may be that the nursery is not functioning, as it should. The children may not have a specific structure to adapt to. If you have a new leader, it is important to give her a little time to adjust to the group and find the groove of the calling. However, if this is a real concern you may want to speak to your Primary president about it. Be warned that you may be called to help serve in Nursery however.
4) If you have recently moved your child may be having a difficult time with adjusting. This may be especially apparent in the new nursery class. It is important that you take the time to help your child feel comfortable and adjust to the new way that things are done. It is a great way to help your child learn how to adapt.
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