Why is it important for parents to share their experiences with children?

For a child, kindergarten is a place where something new is discovered every day. Here, children not only explore the world, but also learn how to interact with others – to talk, negotiate and cooperate. However, a child’s world does not end with their group at kindergaten: it is also important for them to understand what their family members do and what interests the people closest to them.

This is why Saulės Gojus regularly invites parents to take part in open activities. During these, parents can introduce children to their profession, share their hobbies, or present their creative work. These meetings are an engaging experience for children, as they see and interact with their parents in a different setting, alongside their peers.

Parents often express similar expectations of a preschool: they hope for an environment that is lively, rich, open and community-oriented. Open activities provide a valuable opportunity for everyone to come together and spend time as a community, benefiting both children and parents.

When parents take part in kindergarten life, children begin to see their family as part of the wider community. Seeing their parents involved in activities and events brings a sense of joy and pride. It also helps children understand that the important people in their lives know one another and interact – which in turn helps them feel more confident and secure.

Parents’ stories are naturally engaging for children. When they are introduced to different professions or hobbies, their horizons expand: they discover new activities, hear unfamiliar words, and begin to see the world as more diverse and interesting.

Such experiences spark curiosity and encourage children to ask questions and explore further. They also support communication skills – helping children learn to listen and share their own thoughts. For children, parents’ participation in kindergarten activities creates a meaningful connection to real life and deepens their understanding of the world.

A child’s development does not happen in isolation – neither only at kindergarten nor only at home. It is important that these two environments are connected and support one another. When parents share their experiences, kindergarten becomes a more meaningful and authentic place for children, and they begin to feel what it truly means to belong to a community.

Each open activity is therefore another opportunity for children to realise that learning does not stop when they leave home. When the whole educational community – both kindergarten and family – works together, children have even more opportunities to explore the world and feel part of it.