Children discover many things about themselves, about the world around them, and about words and language, before they go to school. This booklet was prepared to guide parents in helping their children make such discoveries in preparation for the demands of learning in school. Activities are suggested for developing children's self-confidence, physical abilities, knowledge through experience, and language abilities. Some of these activities involve responding to music, playing with different kinds of balls, balancing, playing make believe with boxes, using art supplies, finger painting, taking observation trips in the community, following game directions, conversing, playing word games and riddles, reading to children, and storytelling. Concluding the booklet are lists of books for parents and for children. (JM)