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Here is what you should be asking your child's pre-school or kindergarten teacher in a parent-teacher conference, according to American Baby magazine:

--How does my child interact with other kids?
There's no "right way" for children to be social, but you want to get an idea. Is he hanging around the edges? Joining groups when asked? Asking others to join him?

--How does my child go about learning?
Is she eager and receptive when presented with new tasks and ideas? Or slower and shy?

--How does he stack up developmentally?
If the teacher sees evidence that your child is lagging behind in one or more areas, ask whether she's concerned or finds it normal

--What can we do at home to supplement what she's learning here?
When we read books, for example, should we ask questions about the story? Spell words? Point out rhymes?