‘Tis the season for supply lists. Unfortunately, the back to school supply list can really add up! More than one mom has approached her homeschool list or classroom list with excitement, only to walk away with a grown up case of test anxiety. As a teacher and a mom, I want to encourage you to keep a few things in mind, if your list has you stressed. Your kids don’t need to have the latest and greatest option out there (= most expensive) If the list is long, prioritize what’s needed most (= a key life “lesson” for all of …
5 Back to School Tips for Your Special Needs Child
I know what you’re thinking; you’re ready to jump up and down because your kids are going to be BACK in school. While most of us haven’t forgotten Jen Hatmaker’s Worst Mom of the Year Confessions, let’s not start out the year that way, especially with your special needs kiddos! I have two, one with autism and another with severe ADHD, so here are a few tips to get your kids rocking for the year so you can relax a bit. 1. Crank it back Set bedtime back by 15 minutes every night and get them up 15 minutes earlier …