Create a Place for Everything
Put an end to manic mornings by creating a home for all the items you need every day, from a hook for backpacks to a folder for permission slips — and yes, a spot for your keys, too.
You can then develop a routine where every family member spends 10 minutes assembling the next day’s necessities for easy retrieval before heading out the door or logging on to virtual school. Everyone will feel calmer without a frantic last-minute, hard-target search for homework or a library book.
Post the Schedule So That Everyone Can See
Whether you choose a whiteboard or a big wall calendar, nothing beats a visual aid to show you a week at a glance. Consider indulging your inner artist by picking up a pack of fancy pens and color-code your schedule by activity, family member, or any other system that works for you. So, you can see who has music lessons, who needs to study for a math test, and who has a late virtual meeting.