5 things I wish I knew before my kids started Grade 1

Because my children have been “daycare kids” since they were toddlers, I thought entering Grade 1 would be a breeze. Whether it’s school or daycare, any potential anxiety is simply about being away from mom and dad for the day, right? Wrong.

Starting Grade 1 often means a big transition — for your child, and for you. After having now introduced two kids into Grade 1, here are some tips I wish I'd known a few years ago.