Returning to school after summer break or starting school for the first time can be very stressful for children. Renaye Thornborrow, author of Adventures in Wisdom™, a breakthrough life-coaching program for empowering kids, recommends three steps that parents can take to help smooth the transition if their children are uneasy about the upcoming school year.
Step 1: Discuss and Manage Concerns
Give kids the opportunity to voice their fears about going back to school. Once they’ve shared their concerns, work with them to brainstorm solutions. For example, if a child is worried about how they will perform in math class, create a plan to review concepts before school starts or hire a tutor if extra help is needed. If a child is nervous about making friends at a new school, invite some kids over for a play-date who already attend the new school. Knowing that their concerns can be alleviated will empower kids to face change with more confidence.
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