Back to School

We had a great time all summer, but now it's time to get back to school. Make it easier on your kids and yourself by establishing routines now that will make it easier for you all year long.
At Pages of Parenting bookstore, we have charts from Creative Changes, Inc. that help kids get ready for school and share in family responsibilities. Charts for personal care, potty training, chores, and behavior keep you from having to nag. You'll be happier, and so will your kids!

Here we are AUGUST

I've been to a lot of conferences lately. Most teachers are saying the summer was way too short. They had so many hours of professional development that it seemed there wasn't much down time. Next week they start going back-year round schools already are back in the routine. As teachers drag themselves into the classrooms, the parents are counting down the days to back to school. I have received various comments from parents who stop by the Pages of Parenting Bookstore saying that they have enjoyed the special time and trips with their kids but they can't wait to get them back in school and routine. One mom said that her 13yr old is so off his sleeping schedule that he will have a rough first week back. As you find that escape from the hot sun, take some time to start jotting down your to-do's for back to school. It's never to early to get into that frame of mind. This will be a great school year. TIP for first day of school children- try to take them by their new school ahead of time, to relieve some of the first day jitters!