Back to School Readiness

It is that time of year again, back to school season is upon us! Are you ready? As we close out the last of the lazy, hazy, days of summer ( sleeping late, going to the beach, etc...), the time to get our mind right for rigorous schedules begins. How will you cope this season?

Back to School Readiness is the way to go!

Here are my TOP FIVE TIPS to prepare yourself and your child for going to school this season:

1. Involve the entire family in the back to school planning. It will make it easier for everyone to follow the established routine. Everyone will be on the same page when they all know what's going on.

2. Determine a healthy and fair bedtime. Children need enough sleep or they will not be too friendly when they are in school.  Remember lack of sleep affects everything especially learning.

3. Write and post a schedule for the week where the entire family will know what's going on for everyone. Place the school calendar alongside your schedule and use this for reference of important dates.

4.  Create a designated space for backpacks so that it is easy to find and you will be able to maintain the contents inside. ( No more I can not find my... for school!)

5. Identify which teacher(s) will be involved with your little ones learning. Then keep their contact information visible: email, phone number, and name.


Although there are many other tips that could be added, as a parent of three children and an educator for over 13 years, these are my top 5 must dos for Back to School Readiness!

Good luck and remember it is never too late to get onboard  in helping prepare your child for success!

Happy Back to School.


N.Harvey, Ed.M
Owner of THE LITTLE GREEN HOUSE CHILDCARE