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6 Top Tips for easy Back to School Transition

Starting a new year at school can be a time of excitement…and nervousness. Kids will be happy to make new friends and you will face a storm to ensure they are healthy and fit for the new school year.
 
A little preparation before the big day can go a long way in easing your child’s transition back to school.
 
 
We’ll help you calm your little one’s fears with these simple tips:
 
Snooze Alert: When your little ones don’t get sufficient sleep, you must be aware how cranky they can get. They can bring the whole house down! Oh yes! You can put some method to this madness by just starting a bedtime schedule one week before school starts. This will ensure your little one gets at least 10 hours of sleep.
 
Breakfast Time: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day but do we actually give it importance considering the morning rush? Ensuring your little ones eat stomach full before stepping out of the house will reduce their hunger pangs, boost energy and keep them active all through the day.
 
Hello New Teacher: Yes, it is very important for you to break the ice between your little one and his/her new teacher. Make full use of the school’s open house or back-to-school meetings to calm your little one’s fears before the year begins.
 
 
School Tour: This is great way of spending quality time with your little ones and curbing their nervousness. It is important to familiarize your little ones with their new school environment. Together, you can explore the playground, school desk and more.
 
Safety First: Sit down with your little ones and take them through the traffic and road safety. Make sure they know whom to call if they face any issue. They should know their house telephone number and how to spell their name. Give them few strategies to manage a difficult situation on their own. If they’re bullied at school, encourage them to tell you or the teacher if the problem persists.
 
Talk it Out: You need to be approachable so that your little ones can share their thoughts and experiences. You can actually make this a practice. Every day once they return from school, sit and discuss the day over evening snacks.
 
Now that you are aware of all the important things you need to look at, make sure you use these helpful tips! Also, don’t forget to get your little ones some awesome back to school essential, view our catalogue.