As summer comes to an end, the new school year is on the horizon. The best way to ensure that your child is ready for everything the new year has in store is to provide her with all the tools she needs to succeed. Here are some simple guidelines for preparing your child for the first day of school.
Go Shopping
A new school year is the perfect time for a new wardrobe. To keep your young student camera-ready on the first day back, go shopping with her and pick out some fresh new clothes that she can show off to her friends. Whether you opt for some casual but cute dresses or equestrian shirts on sale, letting your child express herself through fashion can boost her confidence as she takes on the new school year.
Buy School Supplies Early
Waiting until the end of August to stock up on school supplies means you’ll probably get caught up in the last-minute rush. Instead of delaying this trip until everything runs out, plan ahead and get to the supplies store while most people are still relaxing on the beach. Taking early action also means you will have more options to choose from, whether you’re looking for notebooks or lunchboxes.
Prepare for Lunchtime
Packing thoughtful lunches for your child is a great way to send her your love from back home. Whether she prefers a peanut-butter-and-jelly sandwich or a grilled cheese, it’s important to prepare your child’s lunch the night before the first day back so that you don’t feel rushed the next morning. For an extra touch, you can pack a little treat to calm your child’s nerves and give her a small surprise.
Back-to-school can be a hectic time, but it’s possible to find order among all the chaos. Stick to these tips to help your child make the most of her first day at school.