ENG 130 Compare and Contrast

Kindergarten and First Grade

Kindergarten and First Grade

Kindergarten opens the doors to a lifetime fascination for learning. It also prepares them for first grade which is also referred to as "big school." Many parents believe these two grades share the exact same qualities. Though they may have some similarities, they are very different. Kindergarten and first grade differentiate in environment settings, ways of teaching, and expectations. Parents should be aware of these differences and prepare their children for these stages.

Kindergarten sets the foundation for young children. For most children Kindergarten is their first organized class. The teachers try to make the children feel at home as much as possible. The classrooms are usually decorated with...