Re-establish Good Bedtime Habits. Kids tend to stay up later in the summertime since there is no school to wake up for. Obviously that changes when the school year starts again, so it is important to start winding down earlier in the evening during the weeks before school starts.
Get into a routine. Structure and routine can help children thrive. That is why it is important for children to have a consistent set of steps every day. Some of these steps can include eating at about the same time every day, a digital “curfew” where electronics and screen time turn off at a certain time in the evening, a set time and order to wash up for bed, and free time for reading.
Talk about safety and special awareness. For younger children or children starting a new school especially, it’s important for students to know the route get to and from school. This can include knowing the streets to take or even landmarks such as stores and parks. Children should also know their home address and the phone number(s) of parents, guardians, or other trusted adults.
Source: The Personal
