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We are so excited you will be joining us!
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Dani
The Early Learning Co-op is located in the education wing of the First Lutheran Church in Kennewick: 418 N Yelm St, Kennewick. Parking and our classroom entrance is located by the playground on the north side facing the Hospice House- Tri-Cities Chaplaincy.
The entrance doors will be unlocked fifteen minutes before class starts and fifteen minutes after class starts. If you miss this window for any reason, you will need to enter through the main church doors facing HWY 395.
You don't need to bring anything but a change of clothing (and whatever you normally need for an outing). We'll have a snack and art ready.
Remember, lots of adults and kids can feel nervous the first day. Even we teachers get nervous! A lot is new, and it can be overwhelming. None of us can know everything the first day, so remember to take it easy and ask questions when you have them.
All children react a little differently on their first day. Some stay close to their parent / caregiver and don't want to interact much at first. Others jump right in and begin playing and communicating immediately. Both ways of experiencing the classroom are OK! All children do eventually get comfortable with the classroom, meet friends, and develop favorite activities in Co-op. It is so wonderful you can be there with them to help with this new experience!
What if my child won't participate?
It's okay if they don't want to do an activity, including circle time. Sometimes kids take time to get used to the rhythms of the day but they really do begin to internalize routines fast! Kids can be learning as observers, too.