It’s difficult to believe but the end of summer is almost in sight, and for those of us with school-age children, it can mean only one thing. It’s time to get ready to go back to school.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the last time most children set foot in a classroom was back in March. This means many parents are optimistically hoping that their children will be able to head back into the classroom this September, as long as it is safe to do so. No more awkward work calls with the children running around in the background, no more desperately trying to understand fractions and subordinate clauses, home schooling is officially closed (for now at least).
Sadly, school might not be how they remember it. With staggered start and departure times, classroom “bubbles”, and socially distanced desks. Therefore it’s important that we, as parents, create a positive home environment for them when they return and encourage them to continue with their studies.
So, with this in mind, I’ve gathered everything I think parents will need this September to ensure that their children enjoy returning to their new school routine.
Plenty of ink
Whether it’s school letters, projects, homework or presentations, having plenty of printer ink at home is essential for any student. Don’t be put off by the high cost of cartridges, printerinks sells them heavily discounted, which means there are plenty of savings to be had! You’ll never be caught out without your printer ink again!
Somewhere to study
Is your child likely to start bringing home homework this year? Or are they going to school for the first time and need somewhere to quiet to read and practice their numberwork? Whatever age they are, it’s always a good idea to have an area dedicated to study and quiet time. If you were home-schooling a few months back, resurrect the area you were using then.
Lots of school supplies
Pens, pencils, sharpeners, scissors, craft materials, highlighters, the books they need to study from. Teaching aids, posters, notebooks. Whatever your child might need to succeed with their homework, make sure you have it readily available at home. Thankfully you can pick up most of these items for very cheap prices, so you don’t have to break the bank to give them the supplies they need.
Remove distractions
Whether you’re listening to them read or they’re doing their maths homework, removing distractions will help them concentrate and get to grips with their learning. That means moving away from rooms with TVs in them, confiscating smartphones for a while and ensuring they can’t access social media or YouTube if they’re using the computer.
And finally, a listening ear
Things have been pretty different this year, and our children have shown incredible resilience to the changes they’ve faced and endured. Now they’re going back to school, they face more changes and the uncertainty of when this pandemic will cease and if things will ever go back to normal. Try to provide a listening ear at the end of the day, let them come to you with their concerns, listen and reassure them.
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