It's that time of year again - the kids are going back to school!
Most parents are jumping with joy! Kids - not so much.
There are a lot of things to get done before school starts. Besides buying school supplies there are new shoes to buy, new clothes....so many details.
But - before you go out and buy those new clothes - make your kids try on everything in their closet. YES - every thing. Because some kids - believe it or not - can outgrow their clothes every few weeks when they are in a growing spurt. Don't let them tell you that they "fit" when they tried them on a few weeks ago. They are probably too small now!
Make room in their closet and dressers BEFORE you go shopping. That way you will also know what they need. Again - they'll tell you they don't need new underwear or socks - but come the morning - they won't be able to find any.
Get the kids mentally prepared for the "school time routine". Start adjusting their bedtime. Get them used to getting up at the same time every morning.
Also - by having them get prepared the night before school (their clothes, lunches, backpacks...) - there will be less drama in the mornings.
Be sure to have a family calendar to mark all of the important school functions (days off, sports practices, conferences, doctors appointments....).
Don't wait until school starts to get them used to the idea of "routine". The more prepared they are - the less whining from them and the less stress you will have.
For more School Organizing Tips - Read: School is About to Start - Get Organized
Enjoy the last last few days of summer vacation!
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