Create a Home Staging Area
Choose an area near the door and equip it with open cubbies/shelving, baskets, and/or hooks. Make this the home for books, homework, backpack, notes, sports bag, keys, lunches, and other school-related articles. Hang a large whiteboard to help her remember tasks and items. An alarm clock or timer will help her get out the door in time.Stock Up On School Supplies
Assume that your child will eventually need poster board or a protractor. Buy lots of supplies now and store them where you can easily find them later. To get a sense of the projects your child will need supplies for, talk with the parent of a child who's one grade ahead of yours.6 of 10Would your child benefit from more physical activity? Consider sports or dance.
Sit down with your child and brainstorm about the goals of the upcoming school year. Let him talk; you listen. Focus on strengths, as well as on areas that need improvement. Make goals attainable. Meeting goals empowers a child to meet tougher challenges later. For a younger child, have her answer questions like"I want to learn...","I want to avoid...","My strengths and weaknesses are...."