Here we are. The summer is over and school is about to start. Or maybe for you it has started back already. We have almost two weeks left before our kids go back.
Lets talk some tips for back to school days. For those that do not know me, I have a 10 year old boy and a 15 year old girl. Last year of elementary and first year of high school. Craziness!
One thing I have always encouraged with our kids is communication. We are getting to the age where there is a lot going on with them. They will see a lot of new things and be tempted by things. Think back to when you were that age! No topic should be off limits.
While we are talking communication - remember - you only have one shot at a reaction. Watch your face. I have a super expressive face so I have to be careful. The more approachable and laid back you are the more likely they will come back to you to talk about other things.
Stop being the fixer. Most times they just want a sounding board. It is super hard. I get it! Grab a snack with them, sit down and listen.
I am sure everyone knows the get plenty of sleep and feed them well tip. It is worth reminding everyone. I am not as good as I should be about sleep because my kids are night owls and they talk most late at night. But my daughter totally shuts down if she has not had enough sleep.
Last one for today. Organization is key. Take the time to help them set up an organization system in the backpack, locker, and where they work at home. Our school starts a binder system in 5th grade and it really helps them keep up with things, which leads to less stress!
Here we go, let's do this year!
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