The kids are too quiet

Here's a simple version of our schedule I posted earlier. Write or print it out and add pictures so your child can follow along! They will soon be telling you what comes next and taking ownership of their daily routine. And if the weather is nice, take meals and activities outside whenever you can! You'll see I've adjusted some of the times on ours already to make it work. No big deal! We may do it again as the week goes on and you will too.  Our Daily Schedule                              Wake up  8:00    Breakfast               Play               Activity 10:00  Snack            ...

Take a breath. Take a moment to remember that you know your kids best. You know what they love, what they despise, and what makes them belly laugh. Don't get confused in all the panic. You are enough for your child or children.  But lets make it a little easier. Even though you know your children so well, day after day at home without school, playgrounds, libraries, museums, and playdates feels like too much.  One way to help give your kids balance and consistency at home is to have a daily schedule. This is especially important for children who are used to having this at school or daycare. It's crucial in a classroom and you can use one at home so everyone knows what comes next!   No schedule will make the day perfect but it can definitely help tip the balance to more good moments than bad. Here is a daily schedule we are going to use the next few weeks. You can adjust and move things aro...