What are the research supported guidelines I can share with parents when deciding between half-day and full-day everyday kindergarten?
Term
2008
Capstone
Thesis
Degree Name
MAEd
Abstract
The research question addressed is: what is the research supported guidelines I can share with parents when deciding between half-day or full-day kindergarten? This capstone details the creation of a brochure to guide parents as they decide between half-day or full-day everyday kindergarten programs. The brochure highlights five major areas supported by research literature history of kindergarten, advantages of full-day kindergarten, advantages of half-day kindergarten, how to make the choice, and is my child on track- characteristics of three to eight year old children. The author describes his journey to the question through his experience as a teacher and as a parent.
Recommended Citation
McDonald, Kirby, "What are the research supported guidelines I can share with parents when deciding between half-day and full-day everyday kindergarten?" (2008). School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations. 2053.
https://digitalcommons.hamline.edu/hse_all/2053