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It's your first day of school today, so the sky is spraying rain on us.
Hao's first day of kindergarten is filled with nervousness and new experiences as he gradually adjusts to school life with support from his dad.
Key Takeaways
- First days at school can be challenging and emotional for young children.
- Parental support and presence can significantly ease a child's transition to school.
- Engaging children in fun activities helps them adapt and feel comfortable.
- Patience and understanding are crucial as children adjust to new social environments.
- With time, children can overcome initial fears and thrive in school settings.
What the video covers
- Hao starts his first day of kindergarten feeling nervous and hesitant about separating from his dad.
- His dad reassures him and stays with him initially to help him adjust to the unfamiliar environment.
- Hao participates in activities like hand sanitizing, playing instruments, and socializing with friends.
- Despite moments of fear and wanting to leave, Hao gradually engages with his classmates and the teacher.
- The video highlights the emotional challenges children face on their first day of school.
- Hao’s dad provides comfort and encouragement throughout the day.
- By the end of the day, Hao is tired but has made progress in adapting to school life.
- A few days later, Hao fully adjusts, eats well, studies, and becomes braver.
- The video emphasizes the importance of patience and support during a child's transition to school.
- It showcases the natural process of overcoming shyness and building confidence in a new social setting.
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Speaker A
The sky is spraying rain. Yes. The sky is spraying rain to commemorate your first day of kindergarten.
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- Right? / - That's right. It's my first day of school. - It's your first day of school. / - Yes.
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Are you excited? Yes, I'm excited. How exciting. Are you going to have a fun time with your friends?
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- Yes. / - That's great. - Dad. / - Yes? How long will it take?
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We're almost there. I'll be fast. Sorry, I'm in a daze today. I'm rushing too much.
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Why are you in a daze? I'm just nervous since it's your first day of school.
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Why? I'm tense. "Tense"? What is that? "Tense"? It's like being nervous. "Being nervous"? Yes. You're nervous and excited right now, right?
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Why? Aren't you nervous? - I'm not nervous. / - No? - He's a brave one. / - You're cool.
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- Don't they look like they're late? / - Yes, they do. It's a problem. We're late.
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You're late on your first day. Drive safely. Okay, I'll drive safely. (He's singing a safe driving song for his dad.) (Not during red light either) (Not during yellow light either) (Safety first) That's right. I'll drive carefully.
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Okay. (School bell is ringing) (Let us gather) (He's in his best mood.) - Yes! / - Good job.
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(School bell is) Where's my bag? It's over here. I have it. Don't forget it.
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Okay. When is Haoh coming? I can hear your friends. Let's go. - They arrived. / - Hello.
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Hello. This is his first exposure to social life. Let's use a hand sanitizer first.
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- Here. / - Ta-da. You too, Haoh. - Can you do it yourself? / - Good job.
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Did you want to do it? - Good job. Rub your hands. / - You're good.
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Your friends waited for you for a long time. It's time to say goodbye to Dad.
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Let's go and see your friends now. Put your bag on, Haoh. I was so nervous at this time.
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I wonder if he'll go inside without a problem. I'll take it. Let's go inside, Haoh.
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Let's go inside, Haoh. - Go see your friends. / - I don't want to go.
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- See? / - Exactly. I'll wait here. Go and play. Come with me. Me too? Do you want me to come?
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Can't you come with me? - It's unfamiliar. / - It's his first day after all.
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(Haoh is nervous by the unfamiliar place.) Guys, Haoh is here. Say hello. - There are so many friends. / - Hello.
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You should wave hello too. - Hello. / - I wanted to see Haoh. He says he wanted to see you.
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I wanted to see Haoh. He says he wanted to see you. Dad, come with me.
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Do you want to come inside with Dad? - Shall we go in? / - Yes, let's go together.
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You can come in together. If Dad stays with him for a bit, Haoh will adjust much faster.
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Haoh, hello. Hello. I like you, Haoh. He says he likes you. Thank you. I'll sit. You should sit too.
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Haoh, do you like - cutting with scissors? / - Yes. We're going to try making cars today.
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I'm going to go home. Really? (He's nervous again.) - It's not easy. / - Your friends are coloring.
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What color do you want to color with? - Do you want to color too? / - No.
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This is the music room. - Music! Haoh loves music. / - Let's go quickly.
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- Right? / - Yes. Haoh, do you want to try too? I don't want to do it.
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Let's play together. It'll be fun. I want to go home. - It feels strange to him. / - What should I do?
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I think you better sit here with him. You can come in, but Dad has to wait here.
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He'll watch you from here. - Go sit with your friends. / - No, let's go home.
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Come on. (Sometimes, the parents stay with the kids at first.) - He'll get better, right? / - Some kids need time.
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Haoh needs some time. You should try it with your teacher and friends. (Sighing) Haoh had a hard time separating from me today.
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I wonder if he will be able to adjust well without me and his mom in the future, and if he'll adjust to having a social life.
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I played the xylophone a lot. Yes. You're good at playing the xylophone, right? - Me too! / - Haoh too.
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- That's good. / - Me too! (Mustering his courage) Haoh, do you like this too?
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Yes. Haoh is good. I'm doing a good job. Haoh, this is called a cabasa.
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(Amazed) (The instruments helped him join the class naturally.) (Twirling) Shall we play together? (They're playing together.) I want to leave.
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I want to leave. He was playing instruments, then he got scared by the loud sounds.
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I want to leave. Okay. I want to leave. - Let's go. / - I think it's best for him - to stop here for the day. / - Okay.
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It's because it's his first time. (They leave early for Haoh's sake.) This is a process for him to get used to it.
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(Sighing) (He's fumbling with his nametag.) He doesn't feel so happy either. - Dad. By the way... / - Yes?
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What did you say? I don't know. It's nothing. - Is it nothing? / - Yes.
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Was today difficult? Yes. Did you cry because it was difficult? Yes. - Is that so? / - Yes.
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(It's okay. There's no need to rush.) You did well. You played well. What was difficult for you?
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Did you feel shy when you met new friends? - Yes. / - Really? It's normal to be shy at first.
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The other kids feel shy at first too. Do you want to go with Mom tomorrow?
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- With Mom? / - Yes. Without you? You like Mom more than me, right?
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I like Dad. Do you like me? Dad must feel good. Do you want to go again tomorrow?
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(Drowsy) He's sleepy. Haoh, you are sleepy, aren't you? (Rest well, Haoh.) You did well today, Haoh.
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Let's have fun again tomorrow. A piece of good news came a few days later.
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Haoh adjusted to his kindergarten. Now he eats well and studies well. Haoh is so brave. We're proud of him.
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(Haoh is becoming braver.) Hands up. He's adjusted completely.
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