9. Choose a Special Object

• For younger children who are nervous about separating, suggest taking a special object to school that reminds him or her of home

• Put a reassuring note in a child’s lunch can also help ease separation anxiety on the first day of school.

10. Walk with a Friend

• Try and arrange that your child walks with a friend to school for the first couple of days

• Arrange play days with school mates leading up to the first day

11. Talk to the Teacher

• Let the teacher know that your child is having some separation anxiety

12. Praise and Reward

• Most importantly, praise and reward your child for brave behavior!