In the blink of an eye, you got here — your child's first day of school is rapidly approaching. And, as much as your parenting books prepared you for their earlier milestones, this one feels like a completely different beast. That's because it is, both for you and your child. You're both on the cusp of a huge transition that's equal parts exciting and terrifying. Of course, as the grown-up, it's up to you to make it feel more like the former and less like the latter. To make that possible — and to ensure this step's as easy as it can be — you should prepare in advance for your child's first foray into academia. Here's what to keep in mind:

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