With the EOG's just a few days away, it's more important than ever that your children have stress-free school days. These few simple tips that you can incorporate into your family's daily routine will have a positive impact throughout the entire day. While these tips can be used during the entire school year, they will help your child during the EOGs by starting the day off right!
Get Organized the Night Before. Check your child's homework, organize their backpack, and set it near the door. This way they won't forget it the next morning. Plan and pack breakfast and lunch items for the next day. You could waste 10-15 minutes in the morning deciding what your child should eat.
Go to Bed on Time. As we've stated before, children need 7-10 hours of sleep each night, and adults need 7-8 hours. Ensuring that your family gets enough rest means everyone will wake up energized and refreshed, read to take on the day ahead.
Wake Up Early. Part of the reason we emphasize going to bed on time is because we also emphasize waking up early. Give yourself a half an hour before your children wake up to get some things done. Your children should wake up at least one hour before leaving for school.
Play Happy Music. Play your family's favorite songs to keep positive, happy energy flowing through your home before everyone's day begins. No one's ever been in a sour mood belting out their favorite tunes.
Eat Breakfast. Even if you wake up late and haven't packed your child's school bag for the day, don't skip breakfast -- no matter what! Fruit, a bowl of cereal, or yogurt will suffice. Concentrating on an exam will not be your child's first priority if they are fighting against hunger pangs and low blood sugar.
Bonus Tip: Hug and kiss your children before they go off to school. Make sure to tell them that you love them. You'll be happier and they'll feel loved and encouraged. Win-win!
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