Start Off the School Year w/Great Family Routines The school year can be more sucessful and positive for both you and your children by establishing a number of simple routines.
REGULAR BEDTIMEEstablish a regular bedtime to ensure that your children get enough sleep. This will effect their daily performance in school. Discuss the importance of this regular time with your children and let them know that all homework, television, snacks, baths, etc. will be completed by this time. As a result, it might be a good idea to establish a regular 'Get Ready for Bed' start time too!
HUG & KISSAs your children leave for school, give them a hug and kiss! Tell them that you love them and are proud of them. As they leave say, "Have a great day!' and let them know that you will be thinking of them during the day!
ANOTHER HUG & KISS!When your children arrive home from school, give them another hug and kiss! Stop what you are doing for five minutes to sit with them individually and hear about their day. Ask them questions. Be enthusiastic, encouraging and positive.
THE BACKPACKLook through your child's folder/bag each night. Check for homework, notes from school that need to be signed, etc. Praise them for great work and review errors that they have made without being condescending or hurtful.
PREPARATIONSet out the backpack, lunch, clothes, etc. the night before. Doing so can improve the morning routine by eliminating that last minute hunt for misplaced papers, shoes, and other items!
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