Back to School Tips for Parents

So, it's January. Time to start thinking about the 2020 school year. Remember, your kids need guidance as they start a new school year. Whether your children are in middle school or high school , they still need you. And for you as a parent, you should know what to do, so here are a few back to school tips that will make your parenting more effective.

Develop a routine with your kids
A new school year is about to start! You need to prepare your kids and help them develop healthy habits. A few weeks before school starts, help them to wake up early for a healthy breakfast. Cook nutritious food with lots of veggies and fruits. Set a time for bed and perhaps put rules into place about devices and screen time. If they can sleep early, they will wake up early.

Organize your kids' uniforms and books
Avoid the last minute frantic scramble by organizing the uniforms and books in early Janurary. Wash and iron their clothes and hang them properly. Cover the books with plastic covers to protect them from wearing out easily. Do this a week or two before the start of school so you can start the year as you'd like it to continue- gently, organised and easy.

Prepare for hot days
t's necessary to prepare for hot days early in the year. Make sure to buy your kids the proper clothes that will shield them from the extreme heat of the sunny summer days. When preparing for their food, don't forget to add a bottle of cold water or frozen juices so they survive the hot day. For additional skin care, let them keep a spray mist to hydrate their skin, as well as packing sunscreen for playtime or sports.

Shop for suitable lunchbox foods
Apart from durable and stylish lunchboxes, you should think about what to put in them too. Pack a healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks for them such as veggies, fruits, salad, and sandwiches. It won't hurt to remind them that eating healthy and nutritious food will help them become more attentive at school.

Complete any holiday homework
Now that school will resume soon, check your kids' notebook for any homework. If you find any, make sure that to assist them in doing their assignments. It's not a good habit to start school with incomplete homework.

Organize a tutor
Lastly, you can organize a tutor if necessary. Tutors help a lot in teaching your kids new ways and techniques on how to get homework, quizzes, and exercises done. Plus, you won't be spending much on tutors. One to two hours are enough for the coaching session. We can help organise a maths tutor  for students in Melbourne.