Gearing Up for School

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It's school time again! Although some schools in the country have already started up again, others won't start until after Labor Day.


Regardless of when school starts, routines help things run smoother inside the home and at school. Help your child start the school year out on the right foot by setting up plans and routines. Check out the article How to Get Your Child Ready for the Coming School Year.

Back to School Made Easy

I've recently started contributing to "A Learning Experience"  - the blog for the fabulous teaching/school supply store "The School Box."


Check out my first writing piece for their site, "Back to School, Easing the Transition for Everyone" which includes tips for how to make those first few weeks of school easier for everyone — you, and kids included.  

And don't forget to check out the video below, for helpful hints as to what does and doesn't constitute a healthy sandwich, and how you can create a healthy school lunch.