• Have uniforms and school supplies ready. Make sure to complete this step ahead of time. Limited supplies or long waiting periods in line can increase frustration and anxiety, especially if you are shopping with your kids.

• Initiate conversations with your kids and let them know that going back to school is approaching. They are going back to the school routine. A visual calendar will become helpful. Surprises are not acceptable.

• Establish a sleep schedule, longer sleep duration, better sleep quality, and greater sleep consistency are associated with better academic performance.

• Establish a wake up and get ready routine. Allow students to quickly accomplish day-to-day tasks that are required. Routines also helpful to create smoother transitions between activities and therefore allow fewer opportunities for disruptions to occur.

How do you get ready for a school routine?

Plan and streamline your school morning routine, and you will get everyone back to school with less stress.

Have a Checklist!

1. Brush hair and teeth.
2. Wash face.
3. Get dressed.
4. Eat breakfast.
5. Put on shoes.
6. Grab lunch
7. Double-check backpack.
8. Use the bathroom.

Lastly, pack an extra set of clothes for your child and place them in their backpack (you can add extra sanitary napkins if you have a girl) you can use a Ziplock bag to complete this task.

We are extremely excited to have you back! We feel joy when we know you are happy; That is why at DHB Pediatric Therapy, we are happy to help and answer any question! Feel free to call us now.