School’s Out! Here are a few tips on how parents can keep their kids on a routine through the summer break
Summer break is here and millions of children across the country have gone from having highly structured days that were scheduled down to the minute to nearly free schedules in just days.
This quick transition can be pretty enjoyable for kids who are excited to be free from the responsibilities of homework and class projects. However, that novelty wears off and the quick change from structured days to open ended days can have a whiplash effect on children's mental health that can lead to learning loss, anxiety, and bad habits.
As adults we live highly structured lives whether it’s because of our work schedules, our weekend plans, or appointment television, we organize our lives around a schedule that gives us some semblance of consistency. Children need this predictability even more than we do and once it’s pulled out from under them it can lead to a lot of issues. Here are some ways parents can ensure that their children have a fun yet healthy summer this year.
Create a structured schedule at home during the summer for your child
From the literature, we’ve come to learn that routines are positive for the development of children, especially for…
