n who can't or don't
             communicate very well may have problems in school. They may not
             want to participate in group activities or eventually, any activities at
             all. This can be very discouraging to both the student and the
             teacher. All of these skills, and more, can be taught to children
             before entering kindergarten in early childhood programs.
             "Most educators agree that school readiness is not
             guaranteed by age, but is defined by the total picture of the child's
             intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development"
             (Education School Readiness). Children entering kindergarten
             should be able to ask for help, interact with peers, solve problems,
             and have the energy to make it through the day. Children,
             particularly boys, who turn five in the summer are most at risk for
             not having a successful kindergarten experience. Also, children
             who are younger than the other children in their class are more
             likely to experience difficulty adjusting to school. Although most
             schools have different expectations for kindergarten children, most
             expect them to know four or five color
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