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Back to School Resources for Parents

Resources for Parents for Back to School Success! We’ve gathered tons of resources to help you prepare your child for the first day of school.

Explore these tips and tricks to make it a smooth transition filled with memories for a successful school year.

Back to School Resources and Activities for Parents

As a teacher and Mom of 3 kids I’ve experienced the first day of school from both sides for over 20 years. Confession… it’s my favorite time of the school year!

All the excitement of getting ready with your classroom for your new students can be so much fun and a whole lot of work.

Back to School Resources for Parents

Preparing for back to school time is important for parents and kids because it helps to ease the transition back into the school routine. It can also help to reduce stress and anxiety levels for both parents and kids.

Here are some tips for preparing for back to school time:

  • Start planning early. This will give you plenty of time to get everything done and avoid last-minute stress.
  • Create a back to school checklist. This will help you stay on track and make sure you don’t forget anything.
  • Talk to your kids about their expectations for the new school year. This will help them feel more prepared and excited about the upcoming school year.
  • Help your kids get organized. This includes packing their school bags, setting up their school supplies, and creating a homework schedule.
  • Make sure your kids get a good night’s sleep before school starts. This will help them be well-rested and ready to learn.
  • Pack a healthy lunch for your kids. This will help them stay energized throughout the day.
  • Be positive and supportive. This will help your kids feel confident and ready for the new school year.

Having the school year kick off with the right start can make such a difference.

From Back to School Books, First Day of School Poem or Help Packing School Lunches and After School Snacks we’ve got you covered!

Here’s a collection of Back to School resources from The Educators’ Spin On It to help you prepare your family for a successful school year.

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Magic Dust for the First Day of School 

First Day of School Books

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Best Lunch Box Options for School

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Lunch Box Notes for Kids

Host a Back to School BBQ

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Does Your Child’s Kindergarten List Compare?

Top Ten Back to School Tips for Home and School

DIY First Day of School Sign

Meet the Teacher Tips for First Day of School
How to set up effective morning routines for elementary school kids
Open House Tips for Parents for Back to School

Meet the Teacher Tips for Parents

Morning Routines for School

Open House Tips for Parents

Sending a Smart Kid to Kindergarten
Tips for Making Friends at School
Mixed Emotions about Starting School with your child

Sending a Smart Kid to Kindergarten

Activities for Making Friends at School

Preparing for School- A Mix of Emotions

Back to School Concerns as a Parent

Tips for Making Friends at School

Back to School Anxiety for Kids

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Pencil Themed Clothespins for Games for Kids
Back to School Reading Interview Questions

Crayon Themed Activities for Back to School Fun

Pencil Themed Clothespins and Literacy Game

Back to School Reading Interview

First Day of School Interview Self Portrait

Back to School Printable for Kids

Teacher Gift Idea for Back to School

Teacher Gift idea: Personalized Post-it Note Gift

Back to School Quote and Magnet Idea

Snack Ideas for Kids After School
Back to School Tips for a Busy Family

Snack Ideas for Kids After School

Back to School Snack Ideas

9 Back to School Tips for a Busy Family

Back to School Shopping Tips for Thrifting Families
Back to School Photo Prop Ideas that you may not have thought of yet!
Requesting a Change of Classroom for Your Child

Back to School Shopping Tips for Thrifty Families

7 Back to School Photo Prop Ideas

Requesting a Change in Your Child’s Classroom Placement

Getting Kids Engaged and Ready for Back to School

How to Write a Placement Letter

Give a Teacher Supply Box

First Day of School Printable Book

Back to School Resources for Parents

Back to school time can be a stressful time for both parents and kids. By following these tips, you can make the transition back to school a little bit easier for everyone.

Questions about Starting School

If you have any questions you’d like to ask as you prepare your child for school please leave a comment and I’ll find the answers for you! With a few simple steps Back to School can be your favorite part of the school year too!

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Early childhood teacher, author, speaker and mom of 3. Kim shares ways to make learning fun and parenting an adventure by sharing developmentally appropriate activities.

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Comments

  1. maryanne @ mama smiles says

    August 5, 2014 at 10:24 am

    WOW! Your blog is an incredible back to school resource! Pinning!

  2. Catherine says

    August 5, 2014 at 6:49 am

    Thank you for sharing this great resources list 🙂

  3. Theres Just One Mommy says

    August 4, 2014 at 7:04 am

    What a great resource! Pinning and sharing!

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