Create A “Go To” Space

• Prevent any early morning tantrums by designating an area where backpacks, jackets, school projects, and shoes are in the right place the night before;

• Make lunches the night before and put the lunch boxes in the same place in the fridge, so they’re easy to find the next morning;

• Have your kids put out their clothes the previous night;

• That way, mornings will have an easy flow to them.

Expect Success At Every Age

• There’s a difference between demanding success and expecting success;

• Let your child know that you expect him/her to do “his/her” best;

• That way, he’ll be proud of his accomplishments at every age;

• Focus on the positives.

Develop A Routine

• Most kids work well with structure;

• They do best when they know what to expect throughout the day;

• Every family’s routine may differ, but every family should have their own guidelines;

• These should include healthy eating habits, good sleep hygiene, and daily exercise.

Take The Lead

• Children learn from example;

• They observe you reading or attempting to learn a new skill;

• Kids see you doing your “homework” when you sit down to pay your bills;

• They watch you making wise food choices;

• Most of all, they see that you make an effort to stop what you’re doing and listen to what they have to say.