Every morning I take my hat off to parents who have to wake up their children for school. As an adult, I can sometimes find this difficult. Let's face it, sometimes we wish school started a bit later especially during the cold Winter months. But sending your child to school every day is so important:- Academic success: Academics are constant because they are attending school every day. Everyday work is done at school so it important for your child to not miss out as the work is continued
- Routine: Getting up every morning and getting ready for school puts children in a good form of routine. Routine is great for children as they know what to do every morning
- Time management: Children learn to manage their time in the morning and also it is important that parents also do this. Children learn a lot from us adults. Children see how we manage our time. I used to teach a child who was always late for school. I didn't mind because at least the child got to school and I knew how busy the Mom's life was
If your child struggles to get up in the morning, do what I do, cold old motivation:
- Perhaps make a small calendar that shows how many Mondays they have to wake-up until the end of the term. Having a motivation countdown calendar can be of great help
- Motivation using numbers: Also have a countdown of how many days are left in the term until the holidays
- Motivation day: Designate one day a week to doing something fun. Perhaps every Tuesdays go to the 5pm show together. Have one day a week where you and your child make dinner together. The Motivation day will get your child excited for the what is going to happen in the week. Friday Movie Night is a big hit. Rent a movie or go see one on a Friday can be great fun
- Prepare for the mornings: Children thrive on organization so why not help prepare everything that can be done the night before school. Whether it is having their uniform ready or preparing lunches. The organization puts children at ease and allows for a smooth morning
May your mornings be a happy and stress-free one! :)
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