Back to School with Parent Hacks!
It’s hard to believe that August is already upon us! Which means that it’s officially “Back to School” season! (Most) kids and parents look to the beginning of a new school year as a chance to try some new things to make the daily routine of getting up, getting ready, and going to school a little easier and a lot more fun.
We’ve got a few ideas to help with that courtesy of our Parent Hacks collection! Here are just a few ideas of things kids and parents can do to take some of the stress out of the school year:
Outfit Organization
Make the mornings easier and your closet cleaner by creating this weekly outfit organizer for your child. Plan their outfits out in advance and empower them to dress themselves using this organizer!
https://www.cetconnect.org/outfit-organization/
Breakfast on the Go!
Mornings are stressful enough as parents without factoring in cooking breakfast for everyone. Check out these recipes for breakfast that you can prep ahead of time and grab out of the refrigerator in the mornings. You’ll love how easy they are and your kiddos will love how delicious they are!
https://www.cetconnect.org/breakfast-on-the-go/
Picky-Eater Granola Bars
Make a healthy after-school treat that your kiddos will love! With this basic granola bar recipe, you have free range to decide what mix-ins to use based on your kids’ preferences. You can even let the kiddos get in on the action and help out in the kitchen!
https://www.cetconnect.org/picky-eater-granola-bars/
Homework Station
Look, I think we can all agree that nobody likes doing homework. Younger kids especially don’t want to have to keep doing more school work after spending the whole day learning: they want to have fun! So to make homework seem a little less daunting, put together this fun Homework Station to make homework time feel like play time!
https://www.cetconnect.org/homework-station/
Freezer Meals for Moms
Looking for easy meals to prep ahead of time to make dinner-time easier? Plan ahead and make these delicious meals that can be frozen and reheated later! They also make great lunches! Your future self will thank you.
