First Time for School

Hi everyone!

Do you have a little one heading off to school for the first time this year? Here's some ways to get them excited for school and making them feel comfortable while away from you and from home.

1. Get your kiddo adjusted to the sleeping schedule: Have them head off to bed at a decent time. This will make it easier when the school week comes around.
2. Rent some movies from your local library: There are some good cartoons that showcase back-to-school episodes, for example, Franklin and Arthur.
3. Check out some library books: Your local librarian can help you find some books. Check out books that either a. talk about going back to school or b. check out some books and get your kiddo reading
4. Have a "back-to-school" chat with your kid(s). Talk to them about the things they might experience, how the day is going to happen, how to behave and act around others. This way they won't be going into the school year blind.

Some fun things you can do during the school year
1. Put small notes in their lunch or snack pack. A quick little hello from Mom or Dad can make the day that much better!
2. Buy them some fun notebooks or pencils. If they have something with them that is their favorite they will enjoy school that much more.
3. Pick them up from school every once in a while. I know most of us work but once a month or every other month it is okay to head out early and pick your kid up.
4. Remember...Always asked them "what they learned" and "what they liked" about their day. This is a great conversation for the dinner table.

Enjoy the school year with your little ones!

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