I want to reiterate that we have 20 kiddos, and need every child to be able to get their shoes and jackets on as independently as possible. I understand they are learning, but please work with your child to make sure they are self-sufficient with their outerwear and shoes. Our sand filled playground makes shoes or boots with zippers especially tricky. I encourage parents to keep footwear and outerwear as simple as possible.There is so much value and empowerment for Pre-K in being independant. I'm including a link to an article with fantastic tips for these skills. https://preschoolinspirations.com/3-simple-ways-children-put-coats/.