Each math concept must be firmly embedded in a child.

E.g. The number 1 (one) number must first be understood by your child before he / she will understand the number.

If you, as parent, explain to your child numbers, number names and word sums just remember that you already understand  the concept of the number 1 (one) and the child has not yet.

Don't get impatient and say how you don't know what 1 (one) is.

The child does not know this physically and to continue to impatiently teach the child you will only give him / her a negative experience of mathematics.

Just remember that Grade R is the year where your child captures the basic mathematical concepts.

Remember to make it as fun and interesting as possible.

Mathematics is not just about working in a book and remembering everything like a parrot, it's about finding 1 (one) stone, 2 (two) flowers & 3 (three) leaves.

It is a time of discovery and play as the children learn.

One of the aims of Grade R is to develop language skills and knowledge.

As a parent, you will communicate with the child in his / her home language.

This is because the child acquires knowledge in a language he / she understands.

Your child should experience language in a print-rich environment e.g. books, posters, etc.

In Grade R, social development is important.

To have healthy relationships with children of their age.

Understand that they have the right to say no to any form of abuse.

To communicate and be able to listen in a group and to take into account the friends' ideas.

To develop an appreciation of cultures through the exposure of relevant stories and songs.

Emotional development is also one of the important aspects.

How the child sees and feels about him / herself.

Exercise control over emotions and how to express these emotions in a socially acceptable way.

To take on responsibilities.

To cultivate a positive attitude towards reading, a love for reading and to recognize the importance of learning.

Large motors form the basis of formal learning.

Great motor skills can be gained through activities, through adequate playing opportunities and physical outside play.

Fine motor skills can be practiced through art activities and educational games.

Children get exposure to an additional language in school and even when they are busy with technology e.g. Watch YouTube kids and stories.

The purpose of an additional language is to promote knowledge and understanding with 200 words every day.

At this age, your child's mind is like a sponge generating large amounts of information from her environment.

He / she absorbs everything around them, effortlessly and continuously and language can be so integrated into your child's daily life.