School started this week for my kids, and while it was tough, it’s much easier when you have a good morning routine.
September always sneaks up on me. One moment, we’re soaking up the last rays of summer sunshine, and the next, I’m staring down the reality of alarm clocks, lunchboxes, and a never-ending pile of school forms. Getting everyone out the door on time used to be a miracle in our house, complete with lost shoes, forgotten homework, and tears, (from both kids and mom!). Over the years, though, we’ve found a rhythm that makes mornings a little smoother — Read full post
School will be starting up again soon, are your kids excited? There is still plenty of time left to set up a cool homework station!
Once the school year begins, it doesn’t take long for papers, pencils, and permission slips to take over every flat surface in the house. That’s why I like to set up a dedicated homework station. Even a small one in a corner of the kitchen can make a big difference. The goal isn’t Pinterest perfection. It’s having a space where the kids can focus, find what they need, and (hopefully) get through homework without a — Read full post
School will be starting again soon. Let’s think of some back to school traditions to start with the kids to help ease the transition back to school this year.
Even though August still feels like summer, that first day of school always sneaks up fast. Over the years, I’ve found that the key to a calm and meaningful send-off is prepping those fun traditions now, while the kids are still bouncing between the sprinkler and snack time. With a little planning, you can roll into that first day feeling less frantic and more focused on making sweet memories. Keep reading — Read full post
School hasn’t quite ended yet here in Massachusetts, but my kids are ready. The big job of decluttering school stuff is on the horizon. Let’s get ready!
June is here, and along with the promise of summer fun comes the big ol’ backpack dump. You know the one. Crumpled worksheets, end-of-year art projects, dried-out markers, snack wrappers, and mysterious science experiments. If you’re staring at a mountain of school papers and wondering how on earth to sort it all, don’t worry. You’re not alone, and it can actually be a fun and meaningful process with the kids. Read this post — Read full post
The best time to establish a summer chore chart is at the beginning. Let the kids know what to expect this summer with a chore chart.
Once school’s out and summer officially begins, so does the chaos of everyone being home constantly. With all that extra time, energy, and mess, it’s the perfect opportunity to help kids take more responsibility around the house. But let’s be honest: getting kids excited about chores can feel like trying to serve broccoli for dessert. That’s where a smart, simple summer chore chart from DealDash comes in. — Read full post
