Are you and your child ready for another round of online school?
Well, whatever your circumstance is, it seems that online school is the option nowadays. I’m sure everyone has their own way of preparing for the start of school, but here’s just some things that me and my husband are doing to prepare:
- Get back into a regular routine of sleep! (That’s for kids and parents). I
sleep. - Try your best to answer any questions your kids may have. Honestly, parents probably have more questions than kids right now about how things are going to proceed, so stay up to date with your district
- Make a space for your kids that’s a friendly learning environment. (Fewer distractions, the right type of equipment recommended by staff, organizing school supplies).
- What motivates your kids? Maybe a treasure box with squishy toys, stickers, slap bracelets, or “school bucks.” (At least that’s what keeps my 2 younger boys motivated. Maybe yours is different, but find out!)
- Establish consequences clearly with your child ahead of time if they are not willing to put effort into school. (I still need to do this
). - Routine. Routine. Routine. Eventually, they should get back into the swing of things, and so will we as caretakers or whoever will be in charge of your child. *Positive affirmation.
- Keep it fun during “fun time” or during recess. Maybe sports options, a hula hoop contest, playing basketball, painting, and so on.
In conclusion, try not to over-stress. Take it one day at a day. We’re all in this together.