This blog is by CoffeeWithJR guest blogger, Lisa Walker.
The coronavirus has been hard on kids and parents across the country. Eventually, all schools will reopen, and families can finally anticipate some kind of return to “normal life.” While each state is handling school reopenings differently, parents can take steps to help their kids adjust to the upcoming changes. Here are some quick tips brought to you by CoffeeWithJR to keep your kids happy and healthy as they return to school.
Keeping COVID-19 Out of Your Home
There are several steps you can take to prevent your kids from bringing the coronavirus into your home when they return to school.
- Teach your kids how to wash their hands
- Send your kids to school with a sanitizing solution.
- Double down on your home cleaning routine, disinfecting high-touch surfaces
- Keep your home healthy by using natural cleaners when possible.
Tips for Keeping Them Learning
Whether your kids are learning virtually or attending school in person, keep them up to speed with their studies!
- Inspire your children to enjoy math with real-world applications.
- Make time to read with your kids to improve their reading comprehension.
- Set your kids up with some fun writing activities.
- Help your children access online educational offerings like Khan Academy or FunBrain.
- Ensure your children’s learning isn’t compromised by a slow and lagging internet connection.
Coping with Back-to-School Anxiety
It’s common for kids to experience anxiety when returning to school after a long break. With the added uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 and almost a year without in-person learning, your kids may need some extra help coping.
- Learn about school anxiety and the best ways to help your kids deal with it.
- Encourage your kids to share their concerns with you.
- Help your kids get ready for their first day back so they feel prepared.
- Redirect your children’s worries towards the positive aspects of returning to school.
Adjusting back to normal school life after spending so long at home is bound to be a bit of a challenge. But you and your kids will adapt—just like you adapted during the pandemic. Take steps to get your home and family prepared for this big change so you can all enjoy a smooth transition to in-person learning.
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